Current Assignment

The Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer (SVSE) will be responsible for solving complex and difficult engineering problems. They will participate in the troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, testing, and evaluation of transit vehicles, their electrical and electromechanical systems, software-controlled systems, diagnostic and special testing tools, and other components. Positions at this level possess a specialized, technical, or functional expertise and may exercise independent judgement in the performance of all duties. The incumbent may perform other duties such as witness testing, documentation review, and supporting shops as assigned by their manager.

The selected candidates must have a background in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field and will be assigned to positions in the Vehicle Systems Engineering (VSE) group, the Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) group, or the rolling stock maintenance shop in Daly City.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Possession of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

The equivalent of three (3) years of (full-time) professional verifiable electrical or mechanical transit vehicle systems engineering experience or related experience.

Other Requirements:

Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) is preferred.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions:

Shop environment; high voltage noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases; office environment.

Physical Conditions:

May require 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.

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About Bay Area Rapid Transit

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is a heavy-rail public transit system that connects the San Francisco Peninsula with communities in the East Bay and South Bay. BART service currently extends as far as Millbrae, Richmond, Antioch, Dublin/Pleasanton, and Berryessa/North San José. BART operates in five counties (San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara) with 131 miles of track and 50 stations.

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