Engineer 3, Systems

Knorr-Bremse•Westminster, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The System Engineer is responsible for the engineering implementation of automatic door entrances on new passenger transit rail vehicle designs. System engineers propose an entrance system based on concepts and components from the global design portfolio that will meet customer functional specifications and industry standards (APTA, ADA, FRA, ASTM, IEEE, EMC standards, etc). Automated door systems involve electromechanical components, electrical safety systems, embedded hardware and software vehicle systems, vehicle Ethernet and CAN based networks, relay control logic, and diagnostics systems. System Engineers balance cost, performance, weight, and longevity to optimize scope of supply and functional specifications for the door systems on metro, LRV, streetcar, regional and commuter, and intercity passenger transit railcars. Maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment and ensure the compliance with company's rules and policies. Must be able to comply with quality, product safety, and HSE rules, guidelines and regulations. Be energy conscious, if applicable. Must understand and comply with applicable standards. ( i.e.: ISO 9001, ISO 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, AAR, and CMMI). Maintain and safeguard business records. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Understanding and experience with electromechanical systems
General understanding of electrical systems and electronics
Basic knowledge of strength of materials
General understanding of drawing tolerances and general drawing practices
Ability to read electrical schematics
Communication Proficiency
Presentations directly to customers
Organization Skills
Time Management
Problem Solving

Responsibilities

Review customer specifications and create requirements traceability matrix in proposal phase and track through verification and validation phases
Develop new system proposals and documentation such as system descriptions and interface analysis
Create test plans and oversee qualification testing of system throughout the vehicle development cycle including providing direction and reviewing outputs of test and validation engineering.
Create system bill of materials, keep updated, and provide costing/weight estimates
Provide customer feedback to design engineers and project management
Lead or facilitate design reviews involving contributing engineering resources.
Perform risk analysis and mitigation plans for technical issues when they arise.
Oversee on-car commissioning according to our scope to make sure that systems achieve final acceptance from the customer
Interface with manufacturing engineering, quality, and production associates to ensure consistent product quality once in the delivery phase.
Provide engineering task schedule input to project management
Review and approve customer manuals and training materials produced by the Engineering Services Department
Provide quarterly project updates to Senior Staff and Department Managers regarding project progress
Check and verify the documentation created by other Systems Engineers
Develop new systems for the North American market, with new functions and features based on customer requirements
Provide support to the Department Team Leader and Department Manager in training and onboarding new hires
When requested, represent the company at customer facing functions such as technical introductory meetings (aka road shows), industry trade shows, or other non-project specific activities that require customer engagement