Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 2 hours ago
Field Equipment Engineer
Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Field Equipment Engineer to provide engineering services for the safe and reliable operation of the Metro-North Railroad rolling stock fleet. The role involves developing equipment modifications, participating in technical specifications, and providing oversight for failure investigations and troubleshooting.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Develop equipment modifications. Review and process Equipment Change Requests (ECRs), design the equipment modifications, and write the instructions for implementation of such modifications. Develop Equipment Maintenance Instructions (EMIs), Equipment Overhaul Instructions (EOIs), and Maintenance Service Bulletin MSB) to create a standard of good maintenance and safety practice and to convey emergency repair information
Participate and provide engineering expertise in preparation of technical specifications and procurement of new fleet and overhaul of existing fleet and system
Support Revenue Service Operations proactively utilizing Wayside Monitoring and Diagnostic System (WMDS), Chief Logs, and IMS/AMS data management systems to minimize operational risk and identify trends. Retrieve and review downloads such as Real Time Data Monitoring (RTDM) and Event Recorder (ER) for train incidents and failure investigations. Provide technical evaluations detailing cause and corrective actions
Provide oversight and guidance to shop personnel for failure investigations, troubleshooting and repairs of all rolling stock. Utilize engineering principles in component failure analysis and provide detailed findings and technical bases for cause and resolution
Effectively contribute to the functions of all MofE departments, other Metro-North Railroad departments, other MTA agencies to support the rolling stock fleet reliability and operations efficiency
Position may be required to work various shifts and locations as assigned to support a 24-hour day/, 7 days a week operation. Will be on call and respond to emergencies as required
Select, develop, and motivate staff and provide career development for team members. Provide effective coaching and counseling. Manager team and individual performance. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables staff to develop and contribute to their full potential
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
Minimum three (3) years' experience in an engineering environment and/or equipment manufacturer working on passenger railcars and/or locomotives or related mass transportation equipment
Two (2) years of supervisory experience
Must demonstrate a technical knowledge of either electrical or mechanical equipment systems to include, but not limited to, controls, power and pneumatic, microprocessor-based, high voltage, low voltage, system interfaces, and mechanical systems
Must be capable of interpreting existing electrical schematics and vendor supplied wiring, piping, diagrams necessary for troubleshooting rolling stock systems, subsystems and component-level
Strong problem solving and analytical skills to diagnose fleet problems and provide acceptable recommendations to maintenance supervision or workforce
Ability to understand regulatory rules and guidelines including FRA and APTA
Good interpersonal, organizational and both oral and written communication skills will all levels of MNR personnel
Working knowledge of test and diagnostic equipment
Experience in configuring replacement components and system assemblies for fit, form and function applications
Ability to determine appropriate functional requirements for equipment systems with regards to design and maintenance, based on reliability and risk analysis
Familiarity with FRA regulations, APTA standards as well as other industry related engineering standards
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong technical writing skills for development of correspondence, reports, procedures and technical Instructions
Knowledge of standard safety practices rules and regulations in a railroad environment
Knowledge in the review and development of drawings, specifications and technical reports
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or comparable applications
CAD/ CAE and Auto Cad experience or demonstrated equivalent
Preferred
MS in ME and/or PE Preferred
Benefits
CommuterAssistance – based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA’s jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts)
Low Premium – High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents)
PensionPlans andRetirementSavingsAccounts for eligible employees
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.
Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
Employee Assistance Programs
MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs
Work Life Services team
Employee Resource Groups
Managerial Benefits
Company
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.
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