Senior Engineer

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail, and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk, or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

Metro Transit's Bus Maintenance Division is responsible for providing safe, clean, and reliable buses to meet peak system requirements of approximately 800 vehicles. In addition to maintaining the bus fleet, the division is responsible for the upkeep of all support vehicles, including pool cars, supervisor vehicles, tow trucks, and vehicles for the Facilities Department and Rail Operations. The team also maintains a wide range of equipment, such as powered sweepers, scrubbers, forklifts, and small engines.

• Assist in the development of engineering or maintenance procedures for bus maintenance department
• Evaluate the performance of Transit bus and maintenance vehicle systems, subsystems, and components to determine the nature and cause of problems that develop in the course of their operation and recommends corrective actions or special maintenance procedures
• Test vehicles using various test and data acquisition systems to evaluate operational performance parameters
• Lead small to large projects from 3 months to 3 years in duration
• Develop or assist in developing project budgets and schedules; monitor costs and progress, anticipates potential problem areas, identifies and implements measures to keep the projects within budget and on schedule
• Develop or assist in the developing of scope of services and other non-standard provisions of RFPs and consultant contracts
• Participate in contract negotiations and the evaluation of proposals
• Use independent judgement, perform independently on most assignments, and receive technical guidance on unusual problems
• Contribute as project engineer and project team member on projects that vary in size and complexity and may manage several projects concurrently
• Coordinate the project with external entities and stakeholders who may be affected by the project or program (Units of Government, the public, private parties and regulatory bodies)
• Monitor the performance of electric bus fleet and emissions tracking
• Provide root cause analysis for failed components and vehicle systems
• Lead coordination efforts with other Metro Transit departments to identify project goals, project budget, and timelines for project completion
• Serve as project manager for RFP or IFB processes on various service and bus procurement contracts working with the Purchasing and Finance Departments

Education/Experience
The following combination of experience (in automotive engineering or closely related field) and completed education (degree field of study in automotive engineering or closely related field):

• Bachelor's degree or higher AND four (4) years of related experience

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Experience in project management and coordination of multiple disciplines
• Experience and technical knowledge in the preparation of plans and specifications
• Experience in leading and facilitating meetings with very complex and detailed materials
• Ability to promote an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values diversity among all employees

What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

• Knowledge of engineering theories and principles of design, development, and improvement of vehicle systems
• Knowledge of rules and regulations which apply to the specialty area
• Knowledge of engineering testing and validation methods
• Knowledge of project management methods/techniques
• Knowledge of technical specification procedures, project proposals, cost estimates, and bidding procedures
• Knowledge of practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluation alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing, and presenting effective staff reports
• Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and MS Project
• Principles of capital improvement cost estimation and contract administration
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or clients
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to provide basic client services to interagency stakeholders, the public, and other agencies; requires tact, courtesy, and cooperation in dealings with others where the primary purpose is the exchange of information
• Making effective use of technology; analyzes information to effectively identify and define problems, create solutions, and make decisions
• Performs with accuracy and thoroughness; uses time productively and maintains priorities despite unexpected circumstances; identifies and addressing important details in the work
• Works effectively in a team structure; demonstrates commitment to achieving team goals
• Demonstrates the ability to work with minimal supervision and assistance
• Demonstrates Project Management (PM) skills
• Maintains a good attendance record, completes work on time, and follows policies and operating procedures

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us!

What your work environment will be:
Work is primarily performed in a standard office work environment however there will be some travel from primary work site to other sites and to construction sites. At times incumbent in this position will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, near moving parts and equipment, fumes and airborne particles and electrical items.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We rate your education and experience.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
4. We conduct a selection interview.

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check, which verifies education and employment, covers driving record and any criminal record. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

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