Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer

Pay Rate

$ / annually (Minimum) to $ / annually (Maximum) - (Non-Represented Pay Band
7). Initial salary is negotiable between $ - $ to commensurate with experience and education.

Manager of Vehicle Systems Engineer or designee.

This announcement will be used to establish an eligibility pool to fill vacancies that may occur within the next twelve (12) months. Currently, the Vehicle Systems Engineering Department has three (3) Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer vacancies.

The Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer (SVSE) will be responsible for solving more complex and difficult engineering problems. They will participate in the repair, overhaul, testing and evaluation of transit vehicles' electrical, mechanical, electromechanical systems, software-controlled systems, TCMS, VATC, HVAC, friction brake, propulsion, diagnostic and special testing tools, and other components. Positions at this level possess a specialized, technical, or functional expertise and may exercise an independent judgement in the performance of all duties.

The incumbent may perform other duties such as witness testing, documentation review, supporting shops as assigned by their manager.

The selected candidates could be assigned to positions in the Vehicle Systems Engineering group.

The most qualified candidate for this position will have highly developed competencies beyond the minimum qualifications in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process:

• They will have experience in producing high-quality technical reports and standardized procedures for operational use.
• They will have previous experience working in a shop environment.
• They will demonstrate the ability to clearly express ideas and suggestions, influence stakeholders without formal authority, and proactively propose solutions to identified challenges, as evidenced through feedback, participation in discussions, and documented outcomes.
• They will have experience with time-sensitive projects, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Engineer-In-Training certification

Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes.

The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel and/or individual interview.

The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas or other documents as required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S; pass a pre-employment medical examination which may include a drug and alcohol screen, and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Pre-employment processing will also include a background check.

(Does not apply to current full-time District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations).

External applicants may only apply online, t.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may receive additional information by calling.

Current employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either t.gov/jobs, or on Web BART. Current employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. O. Box 12688, Oakland, CA .

All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. Online applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.