Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer; Mechanical Job California Missouri USA,Engineering

Position: Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer (Mechanical)
Location: California

Overview

Pay Rate

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

Reports To

Manager of Vehicle Systems Engineering or designee.

Current Assignment

This announcement will be used to establish a pool of eligible candidates for vacancies that may occur within the next twelve (12) months.

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 body, hydraulics, pneumatics, couplers, doors, HVAC, brakes, and others. Positions at this level possess a specialized, technical, or functional expertise and may exercise independent judgement 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.

The work location for Vehicle Systems Engineering (VSE) will be at the Hayward Shop.

Selection Process

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).

Responsible for the more difficult and complex repair, overhaul, evaluation, and reliability of District transit vehicles including electrical, mechanical and electro-mechanical systems and components; investigates and determines the cause of major transit vehicle equipment failures.

Develops and prepares technical specifications for new and rebuilt transit vehicles and components; oversees the testing and quality assurance of supplier materials.

Provides technical support to the shops to ensure that the District’s revenue fleet’s HVAC systems are functioning well.

Designs and specifies special testing and servicing equipment to troubleshoot and maintain various transit vehicle subsystems.

Reviews assigned engineering drawings and documents; ensures contract compliance, the use of proper engineering methods and compatibility with other systems.

Attends design review meetings and presents the District's position on new and rebuilt transit vehicle issues.

Defines quality assurance criteria and inspection procedures for maintenance and repair of transit vehicles; audits maintenance staff to ensure compliance with standards.

Determines District requirements for electrical and electro-mechanical subsystems; researches industry standards and incorporates into specifications as applicable.

Analyzes complex vehicle equipment failures; develops, implements and documents resulting maintenance procedures and equipment design changes.

Identifies and resolves transit vehicle project issues; resolves or refers to appropriate division.

Trains assigned employees in their areas of work including vehicle systems engineering methods, procedures and techniques.

Operates a variety of mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner including electrical, mechanical and electro-mechanical test equipment.

Reviews and approves/rejects drawings and other technical submittals from car builder for new D and E-car trains.

Prepares a variety of analytical and statistical reports on program operations and activities.

Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of transit vehicle systems engineering.

Education

Possession of a bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

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