Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer (Mechanical)

American Public Transit Association; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Public Transit Association is seeking a Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer to address challenging mechanical engineering problems. This role involves repair, testing, and evaluation of transit vehicles, requiring a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and three years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will showcase strong problem-solving abilities and excel in a shop environment, with the option to achieve certification as an Engineer-In-Training.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in mechanical transit vehicle systems engineering.
• Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex mechanical engineering problems.
• Participate in repair, overhaul, testing, and evaluation of transit vehicles.
• Documentation review and supporting shops as assigned.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Writing

Mechanical Systems Engineering

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer (SVSE) will be responsible for solving complex and difficult mechanical engineering problems. They will participate in the repair, overhaul, testing, and evaluation of transit vehicles, mechanical and electromechanical systems, including trucks, car bodies, hydraulics, pneumatics, couplers, doors, HVAC, brakes, and others. Positions at this level possess specialized, technical, or functional expertise and may exercise independent judgment in the performance of all duties. The incumbent may perform other duties such as witness testing, documentation review, and supporting shops as assigned by their manager.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field and three years of experience in mechanical transit vehicle systems engineering. They will demonstrate high competency in writing reports and technical procedures. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a maintenance shop environment and reviewing technical documentation. In addition, they will have experience working on time-sensitive projects, the ability to express ideas and suggestions, influence without authority, and strong problem-solving skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: The equivalent of three (3) years of (full-time) professional verifiable electrical or mechanical transit vehicle systems engineering experience or related experience.
• Other Requirements: Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) is preferred.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions:

Shop environment; high voltage noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases; office environment.

Physical Conditions:

May require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; working or inspecting in confined spaces; working around heavy construction equipment; must be physically able to conduct field inspections and testing as assigned.

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Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer (Mechanical)