Engineer I

1 week ago

Philadelphia, United States Septa Full time
Secure your FUTURE with SEPTA today

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region. SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation.

We are seeking candidates for the position of Engineer I (1013) - Testing and Commissioning in the REE&M/Rail Vehicle Engineering.

Opening Date: 09/05/2024

Closing Date: 09/19/2024

Job Grade: SAM 36

Starting salary: $69,628.00

Additional $5,000 salary increase for having a Pennsylvania PE License.

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for undertaking engineering/testing/commissioning/quality assurance assignments that are of "basic complexity" in size and scope. This position will be responsible for the testing and commissioning of a new rail vehicle. This position is further responsible to provide technical support and direction for engineering/maintenance activities including the definition and coordination for design review and implementation, establishing inspection plans, program/project development and consulting, statistical methods, audits, warranty, FMI implementation, and continuous improvement approaches to ensure activities are consistent with SEPTAs safety practices, mission values, and goals.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management, Production Oversite, and Other
  • Document for record all major design concepts, approaches and agreements made with any and all parties involved in the project.
  • Assists Project Engineering with preparation of reports relating to progress of the work and the Contractor's compliance with progress schedule, shop drawings, and other submittals.
  • Assists Project Engineer in project management tasks.
  • Maintains a diary or logbook to record Contractor manpower and hours on the job site; weather conditions; data relative to work directive changes, change orders or changed conditions; list of job site visitors, daily activities, decisions, and observations in general.
  • Work with car builders, shop management, and personnel to procure, test, and accept new rail vehicles from purchase through warranty.
  • Travel is required Domestic and International.
  • Flexible work shift assignments based on project stages.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Quality Assurance Disciplines
  • Monitors the overall effectiveness of vehicle and material quality activities. Apply findings to the improvement of quality, productivity, safety and service reliability.
  • Participates in periodic detail design reviews of drawings and specifications.
  • Performs analysis of problem areas recommending corrective action to be taken regarding defects in materials, procedures, or equipment.
  • Assures proper interpretation of material or service specification requirements for the building of a railcar.
  • Participates in audits of quality assurance inspection activities to ensure effectiveness. Recommends and implements revision to vehicle and material quality assurance procedures to improve product/vehicle performance.
  • Provides basic statistical process control (SPC) support for Quality Assurance and other SEPTA divisions as required. Summarize and present statistical data on vehicles, material, and operating characteristics throughout SEPTA to enhance delivery of SEPTA service.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES CONT'D

Vehicle Engineering Disciplines
  • Provides technical assistance to vehicle maintenance personnel upon request.
  • Oversees any vehicular drafting assignments which pertain to assigned tasks.
  • Defines, implements, and documents new or more effective maintenance procedures for an assigned fleet of vehicles.
  • Assists in investigations, troubleshooting, and shop assistance.
  • Utilizes computerized maintenance and vehicle diagnostic systems as an aid in resolving issues related to vehicle system fault or malfunction.
  • Creates file maintenance inputs to ensure material for vehicle repair/renewal is properly designated.
Engineering
  • Assists in Engineering rail car design and analysis in assigned field.
  • Work conjointly with different departments within and outside of SEPTA (i.e. Architecture, CE, ME, EE, Structural, Track, C&S, Amtrak and any other Transit authorities or Governmental agencies).
  • Be aware of and practice standards as applicable to assigned field.
  • Reviews drawings for accuracy and completeness coordinating with other specialty groups within the department where necessary/advisable.
  • Assists in preliminary planning layouts/sketches were dictated by assigned task/project.
  • Perform and coordinate testing and commissioning on new rail vehicles on and off SEPTA property.
  • Review documentation and attend design reviews, FAIs, tests, and site visits.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
  • B. S. Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical Engineering.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required.
  • Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office applications required.
  • Working knowledge of Autocad and SolidWorks.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Experience with, or knowledge of railroad infrastructure and operations preferred.
BENEFITS

SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program:
  • Medical - Minimal annual premium contribution
Benefit plans with No Employee annual premium contribution:
  • Prescription
  • Dental
  • Vision
Additional benefits we offer:
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan, with available Financial Advice and Planning Services
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • SEPTA Transportation Pass - FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation
  • SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
  • Generous Vacation Allowance
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account


SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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