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BART · 2 days ago

Principal Vehicle Systems Engineer (Mechanical)

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$144K/yr - $219K/yr

5+ years exp

BART is looking for a Principal Vehicle Systems Engineer who will oversee the design, repair, and evaluation of transit vehicles. The role involves managing engineering staff and external contractors while ensuring the reliability and performance of vehicle systems.

Transportation

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Develops and integrates plans, budgets, and implements the large-scale rail vehicle electrical or mechanical engineering and procurement projects for the District; may serve as the resident engineer on assigned electrical or mechanical engineering projects

Establishes schedules and methods for providing rail vehicle engineering project services; ensures adherence to specifications; identifies resource needs; monitors the progress of Rolling Stock and Shop maintenance and overhaul; reviews needs with appropriate management staff; allocates resources accordingly

Administers consultant contracts; reviews work to ensure compliance with specifications; recommends change orders; maintains records and processes expenditures

Participates in the development of policies and procedures; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; makes recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures

Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; implements approved policies and procedures

Oversees, reviews, and approves the preparation of electrical or mechanical engineering designs, drawings, and specifications; coordinates work with other divisions and departments; may sign and stamp design drawings; monitors the activities of engineering design staff

Coordinates work with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; administers control of required documentation for contracts; identifies technical engineering issues and ensures compliance with District and industry engineering standards

Participates in the review of consultant proposals and designs and recommends awards; conducts or participates in the pre-bid conferences prior to procurement contract awards

Initiates and evaluates design and field engineering changes during fabrication; recommends approval of and submits contractor's progress payments; recommends retention levels as appropriate; participates in intermediate and final inspections

Prepares or reviews a variety of reports and correspondence on assigned rail vehicle electrical or mechanical engineering projects including Inspector's Daily Reports, monthly and final completion reports, contract negotiations and modifications, and field and design engineering changes

Participates in the preparation and administration of Rolling Stock and Shops project budgets; submits budget recommendations; monitors expenditures

Prepares analytical and statistical reports on assigned electrical or mechanical engineering operations and activities

Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of electrical or mechanical engineering

Qualification

Railcar engineeringDiagnostic capabilitiesProject managementTechnical procedures developmentElectrical engineeringMechanical engineeringSupervisionReport writingCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university

The equivalent of five (5) years of full-time professional verifiable electrical or mechanical transit vehicle systems engineering or related experience

Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and testing as assigned

Possesses advanced technical expertise in railcar engineering and plays a key role in ensuring reliable revenue vehicle operations

Provides senior-level engineering oversight for vehicle systems, managing complex projects from initiation through completion while demonstrating strong diagnostic, testing, and troubleshooting capabilities

Skilled in designing and implementing system improvements that enhance railcar reliability, maintainability, availability, and overall performance

Brings experience handling time-critical projects, supported by exceptional report writing abilities and proficiency in developing technical procedures

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; Pre-employment processing will also include a background check