Engineer, Systems

Knorr Brake Company LLC•Westminster, CO

35d•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Engineer is responsible for the execution of the design and development of HVAC systems and controls for passenger rail transit vehicles. The primary objectives of this position are to develop HVAC systems on-time, within the approved budget, and specification complaint while achieving a high level of customer satisfaction and minimizing or mitigating risks. The Project Engineer is responsible for the system design, including system calculations, system drawings, integration, testing, commissioning support, and technical support to other internal departments. They ensure the progress of the detail design development meets the project requirements, whilst ensuring specification compliance, or waivers are approved.

Requirements

Must possess knowledge and practical understanding of HVAC equipment or similar electromechanical equipment and principles.
Thermodynamics
Physics
Systems calculations
Technical proposals
ISO Standards
Development of documentation
Preparing technical documentation
Knowledge of refrigeration systems
At least 5 years of experience as a Project Engineer or Project manager.
Bachelor´s degree in engineering, math, physics.

Nice To Haves

Rail experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Review customer specifications and create clause-by-clause documentation in response
Perform system performance calculations
Prepare technical proposals
Develop new system specifications and documentation such as system descriptions, tests, and analysis
Develop system schematics (piping diagrams) and keep updated
Create system bill of materials, keep updated, and provide costing/weight estimates per system bill of materials
Monitor/ensure specification compliance and create waivers when required
Provide customer “feedback” to design engineers and project management
Provide engineering task schedule input to project management
Review and approve customer manuals and training materials produced by the Engineering Services Department
Develop component specifications to meet requirements of the system
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 technical support for the other Systems Engineers
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.
Substitute for the Team Leader for short periods to cover leaves of absence
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
Provide support and assistance to other colleagues, as directed, and any other duties as requested.

Benefits

Competitive Health Benefits, including Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision and Virtual visits
Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage
Voluntary life, Disability and other Supplemental coverages
Identity Theft and Legal Protection benefits
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Generous 401(k) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Free corporate passes to the Baltimore Zoo and Aquarium
Free gym membership
Additional discounts include cellular, auto, theme park & attraction tickets, local restaurants, bank partnerships, etc.
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid “KBC Cares” Volunteer Time Off
12 company-paid holidays (includes full week between Christmas and New Year’s)
Monthly employee welfare events and corporate outreach (Crab Feast, Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day, Chili Cook-Off, etc.)