Rail Vehicle Engineer#RailRockingStock#Rail Maintenance

Summary

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Position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will begin on November 14, 2025.

Valley Metro exists to Connect Communities and Enhance Lives. We do this by planning, building, operating, and maintaining a safe, regional, multi-modal transportation system to residents of metro Phoenix. From regional bus, streetcar, light rail and paratransit service to alternative commuter solutions, Valley Metro’s mission since 2002 is to develop and operate a network of transit services that now covers 513 square miles!

Rail Vehicle Engineer is responsible for all operational, maintenance, configuration, and technical aspects of Valley Metro’s rail vehicles. He/she ensures rail rolling stock and support equipment remain compliant with Valley Metro quality standards, specifications, FTA and/or ADOT requirements, and all safety‑related aspects. Serves as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all of Valley Metro’s rail rolling stock in support of rail maintenance and management.

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 5 years of experience within the rail rolling stock industry
• Strong leadership and communication skills both written and oral
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties

• Experience in public transportation
• Experience in project management
  
  Light Rail Vehicle maintenance experience
• Experience with training and curriculum development
• Developing specifications for rail vehicles and associated equipment
• Experience with all aspects of rail vehicle procurements

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Position requires the incumbent to successfully qualify to operate rail vehicles. Ability to successfully pass Rail Vehicle Operator Safety Training.

Background Investigation:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background check.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Valid Arizona Driver's License

Valley Metro is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements listed below describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

• Supports a 24 hours/7 day operation that includes: prioritizing work assignments; responds to emergencies; provides technical guidance to rail maintenance.
• The Rail Vehicle Engineer shall possess significant knowledge of rail vehicle design and maintenance.
• Recommends vehicle improvements based on sound engineering practices and includes design and fabrication of prototype circuits or components for testing.
• Develops specifications for replacement systems, circuits, and/or parts.
• Manages large capital programs including the procurement of New LRVs.
• Assures designs comply with design criteria, specifications, Federal, State, and applicable industry recognized standards (AAR, APTA, FRA, FTA, NFPA, ISO, IEEE, ASME, NEC, EN, DIN, IEC, etc.).
• Performs administrative and technical tasks in support of all vehicle, equipment, or parts procurements including specification development, prototyping, design review, first article inspections, systems integration, quality assurance and quality control, quality inspections, safety certification, testing, post‑delivery acceptance, reliability testing, and warranty support.
• Develops a corresponding data‑driven maintenance program, training program, and material support program for all new LRVs and subsystems.
• Directs and participates in the troubleshooting duties on railcars and upgrades the diagnostic capabilities of the workforce.
• Works directly with Asset Management staff in support of the ongoing maintenance program and new rail assets.
• Resolves technical and procedural issues.
• Develops training programs to teach and instruct maintenance employees in diagnostic, repair, and maintenance of…