Mechanical engineer for transit vehicles: focus on vibration, emissions, structures, control.
-Manage task order assignments and support larger programs in a deputy project manager role. -Conduct inspections, field testing, and engineering assessments of rail rolling stock and related systems. -Provide subject matter expertise in one or more specialty areas (e.g. structural integrity, vibration mitigation, emissions systems, train control). -Lead or support design reviews, troubleshooting, and problem resolution for key vehicle subsystems (carbody structure, engines and emissions, train control, noise or vibrations). -Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical standards and best practices within the team. -Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure successful project execution. -Analyze system performance, test data, and failure trends to support recommendations for design improvements. -Develop technical documentation, test reports, and engineering change proposals. -Review and interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
-5+ years of engineering experience, preferably in rail, transit, vehicle systems, or a related field (aerospace, defense, or automotive). -Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. -Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and present technical findings to stakeholders. -Experience developing or reviewing vehicle system specifications. -Proficiency in AutoCAD and ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and diagrams. -Background in emissions testing, vibration mitigation, or systems performance modeling. -Flexibility to travel up to 25%, primarily for short-term or same-day client visits. -Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills. -Exposure to structural analysis tools (RISA, ANSYS) or data analytics platforms. -Strong technical foundation in mechanical systems, with familiarity in vibration analysis, structural assessment, or control systems integration.
-Began as a structural engineering firm and evolved through a century of expansions. -Headquartered in Manhattan’s Empire State Building with global reach. -Delivers architecture, engineering, planning, and construction management services. -Typical projects include transit hubs, highways and bridges, water treatment facilities, commercial buildings, and program management roles. -Financially robust with steady growth through strategic acquisitions and a diverse project portfolio. -Known for landmark contributions such as the Jefferson Memorial and NASA’s Vehicle Assembly Building. -Balances routine and extraordinary work, offering both scale and creativity in projects like highway expansions to iconic civic structures.
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