Transit and Rail Vehicle Engineer Professional

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. seeks a Transit and Rail Vehicle Engineer Professional to shape the design of next-generation transit vehicles across modes, focusing on efficiency, sustainability, and user experience.

You will apply mechanical engineering principles to develop reliable rolling stock concepts and integrate smart technologies. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to testing, validation, risk analyses, and safety assessments while supporting procurement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and 4 years of related experience.
• Experience with transit vehicle systems and fleet operations.
• Knowledge of testing, safety analyses and validation processes.
• Ability to work with cross-disciplinary teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design and conceptualize next-generation transit vehicles for efficiency and sustainability.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate smart technologies.
• Lead testing, validation, and safety assessments of rolling stock.
• Support procurement and design reviews for subway, heavy rail, and zero-emission vehicles.
• Travel up to 40% domestically.

Skills

Vehicle systems manufacturing

Fleet operations environments

Fleet maintenance standards

Tools management and procurement

ERP/DMS/CRM databases

Vehicle systems test environment

Performance evaluation software

Sensors

Engine test cells

Dynamometer

Testing reports and procedures

New vehicle systems certifications

External audits preparations

Sub-suppliers collaboration

Fleet procurement programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

CRM

Job description

Transit and Rail Vehicle Engineer Professional

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs Civil Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Transit and Rail Vehicle Engineer Professional to work in New York, NY and various unanticipated worksites in the US. In this role, you will:

Participate and support conceptualization and design of next-generation transit vehicles, focusing on efficiency, sustainability, and user experience. Apply advanced principles of mechanical engineering, including dynamics, thermodynamics, and material science, to develop reliable, cost effective and innovative rolling stock designs for different transit modes. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate smart technologies and green energy solutions, reflecting commitment to environmental stewardship and innovations. Support development and execution of rigorous testing and validation processes, employing both empirical analysis and theoretical reasoning to ensure designs meet stringent safety and performance standards. Conduct rigorous safety assessments and risk analyses, utilizing a methodical approach to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Develop and conduct engineering assessments of rolling stock to identify opportunities for sustainability improvements, from manufacturing to end-of-life recycling or repurposing of existing. Collaborate with other disciplines on the integration of advanced mechanical systems and technologies into rolling stock designs, including automation, connectivity, and energy-efficient systems. Provide engineering support for a variety of transit vehicle projects. That includes vehicle field testing and evaluation, reliability assessments, design reviews, and production quality oversight. Support procurement projects of new and overhauled transit vehicles with focus on subway, heavy rail, bus, and zero-emission vehicles. Evaluate proposals for technical/engineering support and conduct design reviews of proposals submitted by vendors and contractors.

Hybrid schedule is allowed.

Travel: 40% domestic travel to suppliers' manufacturing facilities and clients' sites visits.

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Here's what you'll need

REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related field and 4 years of work experience in the job offered or related Mechanical Engineer occupation.

SPECIFIC SKILLS: Expertise and knowledge of: Vehicle systems manufacturing, supply industry, engineering consulting, and fleet operation environments. Fleet maintenance standards, systems, and practices, like supply chain support, tools management and procurement, and fleet database usage. Vehicle systems test environment, including usage of performance evaluation software, sensors, and special hardware, such as engine test cells and dynamometer. Testing reports and procedures, such as engine experiments and components evaluation. Fleet management database systems like ERP, DMS, CRM. New vehicle systems certifications processes including external audits preparations and coordination. Sub suppliers' collaboration and evaluation in aspects of equipment quality approval, subcomponents suitability for specific vehicle systems, and operational environment audits. Fleet procurement programs.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $117,333.00 to $132,950.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 18, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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