Assistant Vehicle Engineer

Capital Programs

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll be joining us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on timeand were looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Summary:

Assistant Vehicle Engineer will be responsible to provide technical support to Project Managers in the department on rail rolling stock procurements and reliability programs, while also providing administrative support on equipment reliability programs as required.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepares concept, budgets, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and/or meeting minutes for assigned rail rolling stock projects.
• Maintains familiarity with constantly changing federal codes and regulations.
• Provides staff support to design consultants and senior management.
• Performs rail rolling stock inspections and witnesses static/dynamic testing of rail rolling stock vehicles.
• Evaluates modification requests and performs necessary administrative tasks.
• Evaluates change requests and/or orders, reviews technical questions and advises project managers of same.
• Reviews and prepares cost estimates for rolling stock procurements and consultant contracts.
• Interprets and analyzes data pertaining to rail rolling stock equipment to ensure operational and maintainability requirements are satisfied.
• Reviews and approves invoices for payment, prepares memos and letters, tracks open items, writes meeting minutes, updates progress reports, and attends and coordinate meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with preparing concept, budgets, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and/or meeting minutes for assigned rail rolling stock projects required.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and work experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a self-directed manner, effectively interact in project teams, and complete assignments and deliverables in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Must have an understanding of the New Jersey TRANSITs system and the services it provides.
• Must have a good understanding of mechanical and electrical concepts.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project is preferred.

Working Environment:

• 60% Office
• 20% Field
• 20% Travel

Physical Demands:

• Ability to climb on/off rolling stock to conduct research and collect data, bend, kneel, crouch, and walk around for an extended period of time.

Other Conditions:

• Must have a valid US drivers license.

At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Pre-Tax Commuter BenefitsPlan
• Retirement Plans
  • 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
  • 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
  • 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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