Vehicle Systems Engineer (Electrical)

Job Summary

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Vehicle Systems Engineer to join our dynamic and dedicated Vehicle Systems Engineering Department. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who thrives on providing support of reliability, maintenance, and engineering performance of transit vehicles. The Vehicle Systems Engineer (VSE) is responsible for performing professional engineering work that supports the repair, overhaul, evaluation, reliability, and maintenance of BART transit vehicles. This role provides engineering support for a wide range of vehicle systems, including train control networks, automatic train control systems, door systems, HVAC systems, friction brake and propulsion systems, software-based control systems, auxiliary power supply systems, and other electrical/electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and components all critical to safe and reliable rail operations.

The most qualified candidate for this position will have highly developed competencies beyond the minimum qualifications in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process:

• Railcar Engineering Skills Required
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Skills
• Root Cause Investigation Skills
• Report Preparation Competency
• Train Control Systems Engineering
• Vehicle Systems Analysis & Support
• Control Systems & Onboard Networks
• Auxiliary Electrical Systems
• Electro-Mechanical & Fluid Systems
• Workshop Systems Support

Application and Selection Process

All applicants must apply online at Applications must be completed in full and include all requested information, including dates of employment, positions held, hours worked, and a detailed description of duties performed. Applicants may attach a resume to provide supplemental information; however, the resume does not substitute for completing the application form in its entirety. Only information included in the application at the time of submission will be used to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for the position. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the closing deadline will not be considered.

Applicants who require assistance with the online application process may contact the Talent Acquisition Division at or View email address on click.appcast.io.

The selection process for this position may include one or more of the following: a skills or performance demonstration, written examination, and/or panel or individual interview.

All applications will be reviewed by the Talent Acquisition Division to determine whether applicants meet the established Minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants who meet the MQs may be referred to the hiring department for further evaluation as part of the selection process.

The selected candidate must demonstrate a work history reflecting reliability and dependability and may be required to provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documentation required by law, including proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Pre-employment processing will include a background check. This requirement does not apply to current full-time District employees unless the position requires additional evaluations or clearances.

Examples of Duties

1. Performs a variety of vehicle systems engineering duties in support of the design repair, overhaul, evaluation, reliability and maintenance of District transit vehicles.
2. Designs and specifies special testing and servicing equipment to troubleshoot and maintain transit vehicle subsystems.
3. Investigates and determines cause of major transit vehicle equipment failures and provides required corrections or equipment design changes.
4. Provides a variety of technical information in support of transit vehicle repair, engineering and design.
5. Provides technical assistance in the location and disposition of transit vehicle parts and equipment.
6. Participates in the analysis of vehicle equipment failures; develops, implements and documents resulting maintenance procedures and equipment design changes.
7. Creates a variety of technical engineering drawings, specifications and documents; ensures contract compliance, the use of proper engineering methods and compatibility with other systems.
8. Provides technical assistance in developing new advanced transit vehicle systems for use on District transit vehicles.
9. Defines quality assurance criteria and inspection procedures for the maintenance and repair of transit vehicles; audits maintenance staff to ensure compliance with standards.
10. Operates a variety of mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner including electrical, mechanical and electro-mechanical test equipment.
11. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of transit vehicle systems engineering.
12. Provides expert testimony in personal injury lawsuits against the District, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: The equivalent of two (2) years of (full-time) professional verifiable electrical or mechanical systems engineering experience, or related experience. Other Requirements: Must possess sufficient mobility to perform field inspections and investigations. Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) is preferred.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Shop environment; exposure to electrical energy; travel from site to site. Physical Conditions: Requires maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; working or inspecting in confined spaces; working around heavy construction equipment; must be physically able to conduct field inspections and testing as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive transit vehicle engineering program
• Principles and practices of mechanical or electrical engineering as they relate to transit vehicles
• Transit vehicle electrical and mechanical equipment and subsystems
• Computers and applications utilized in vehicle diagnostics
• Principles and practices of engineering specification preparation and review
• Materials and equipment utilized in testing and repairing transit vehicles
• Operational characteristics of various mechanical testing equipment and tools
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• Related Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations

Skill/Ability in:

• Performing a variety of transit vehicle inspections, maintenance and repair engineering duties
• Operating a variety of vehicle testing equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Providing a variety of technical information in support of transit vehicle operations
• Analyzing vehicle equipment failures and developing equipment design changes
• Preparing a variety of complex engineering drawings and specifications
• Writing technical safety reports
• Defining quality assurance criteria and inspection procedures for maintenance and repair of transit vehicles
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Equal Employment Opportunity

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at View email address on click.appcast.io. Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at

Benefits

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification. Highlights

• Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
• Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
• Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
• Deferred Compensation & Roth 457