Vehicle Applications Engineer III

ENC - ElDorado National California Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ENC - ElDorado National California Inc. in California is seeking an experienced engineer to lead the integration of custom configurations into bus products. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and have 5-7 years of engineering experience in manufacturing or transportation. The role involves close collaboration across teams and requires strong problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $130,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of engineering experience in manufacturing or transportation.
• Experience with custom vehicle design preferred.
• Project or program engineering experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of customer-specific vehicle configurations.
• Analyze customer specifications for technical feasibility.
• Generate engineering documentation including models and drawings.
• Support proposals and manage engineering deliverables.
• Resolve technical issues during the build phase.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Electrical systems understanding

Problem-solving skills

Cross-functional collaboration

3D CAD modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for leading the integration of customer-specific configurations and options into the ENC bus product lines. This role ensures that each bus meets customer requirements while aligning with manufacturing capabilities and regulatory compliance. The position works cross-functionally with engineering, sales, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to translate customer specifications into practical engineering solutions that can be efficiently built and supported.

Essential Duties

• Lead the design and integration of customer-specific vehicle configurations, features, and systems into base bus platforms.
• Analyze customer specifications (RFPs, SOWs, etc.) to determine technical feasibility, design impacts, and compliance requirements.
• Generate and review engineering documentation including 2D/3D models, drawings, BOMs, and option specifications.
• Collaborate with Sales and Program Management to support customer proposals and manage engineering deliverables for awarded programs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing engineering and production teams to ensure designs are buildable and aligned with assembly processes.
• Resolve technical issues during the build phase by supporting troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and field issue resolution.
• Act as technical liaison between internal teams and customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive standardization of commonly used configurations and identify opportunities for modularization and efficiency.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide leadership in vehicle applications best practices.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in heavy-duty vehicles.
• Proficient in interpreting and applying customer specifications to engineering designs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with vehicle manufacturing processes, DFM/DFA principles, and configuration control.
• Knowledge of FMVSS, ADA, and other applicable transit vehicle regulations is a plus.
• Skilled in 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks preferred) and PLM systems is a plus.

Education, Experience, And/or Required Licenses

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline required.
• Minimum 5–7 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or transportation environment.
• Experience with custom vehicle design, bus or truck industry experience preferred.
• Project or program engineering experience is a strong plus.

ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC) is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

ENC takes affirmative action to employ and advance employment opportunities for minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.

ENC is also committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to opportunities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact HR Department for assistance.

In accordance with California's wage transparency law (Senate Bill 1162), we are committed to pay equity and transparency. The salary range reflected on the job posting is our good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. While we do not typically hire at the top of the salary range, initial offers are based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, with opportunities for growth and increases over time.

The hiring range for this position is $110,000.00 to $130,000.00