Engineer Iii (1021) - Automotive

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority

Philadelphia, PA, US
Base: $87,854; bonus/equity: $5,000 for pennsylvan...
On-site
Engineering and quality assurance principles
Technical writing skills
Autocad or similar software proficiency
SEPTA is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region and recognized as a 2023 FORBES Best in State Employer and Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024

Job Summary

  • SEPTA is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region and recognized as a 2023 FORBES Best in State Employer and Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024.
  • The Engineer III (Automotive) role involves providing technical support and direction for engineering and quality assurance activities, including design review, inspection plans, audits, and continuous improvement to ensure alignment with SEPTA's mission and goals.
  • Employees enjoy outstanding benefits including comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid leave, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, and free SEPTA transportation passes.

Matching Summary

SEPTA is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region and recognized as a 2023 FORBES Best in State Employer and Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024.

Salary

Base: $87,854; Bonus/Equity: $5,000 for Pennsylvania PE/RA license; Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, paid leave, wellness programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Engineering and quality assurance principles
  • Technical writing skills
  • AutoCAD or similar software proficiency
  • Preventive Maintenance and Inspection Programs
  • Statistical process control (SPC) support
  • Vehicle maintenance technical assistance
  • Project progress monitoring and reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Team collaboration and adaptability
  • Experience with transit automotive or railroad equipment
  • Customer satisfaction assessment
  • Continuous improvement approaches
  • Audit participation and compliance
  • Use of computerized maintenance records

Key Requirements

  • B.S. Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering
  • Three years progressive relevant engineering experience
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat and MS Office applications
  • Previous relevant transit engineering experience preferred
  • Additional $5,000 for Pennsylvania PE/RA license

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