Principal Technical Specialist, Alternative Fuels / New Technology
Company: NJ Transit
Location: Newark
Posted on: April 17, 2024
Job Description:
Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming
the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are
committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our
customers to their destinations on time-and we're looking to hire
talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Work in combination with the AVM (Automated Vehicle Monitoring)
team daily to investigate quality issues specifically with Low
Emissions or Zero Emissions buses that have been identified as new
or emerging issues. Activities include:
- Utilizing the reports and data, to target specific alternative
fueled buses exhibiting the concern then arrange a visit to the
garage to inspect the bus and or work with the garage mechanics to
conduct testing.
- Activities include but are not limited to, taking photos,
obtaining measurements, collecting fault data from the bus,
conducting testing, and overseeing specific diagnostic steps and
repair processes as required to assist with the concern ID and
resolution process.
- Provide a comprehensive report to the department manager along
with relevant details collected during the visits.
- Conducts research and observations at field locations with
garage personnel and OEM / component manufacturers to ensure proper
maintenance of alternative fuel vehicles can be achieved.
- Assists with the development of MSOPs, parts of advisories,
bulletins, and campaigns involving alternative fuel
vehicles.
- Tests new service parts, materials, and maintenance practices.
creates test plans. establishes installation instructions for Bus
garages. Tracks and reports on prototype parts, installations.
Issues final reports with recommendations. -
- Prepares comprehensive new bus or new technology maintenance
procedures for issuance to garages as necessary.
- Interact with bus manufacturers and supplier partners
responsible for developing and implementing new technology systems
or components in NJT buses.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering Technology or a related field from a US Department of
Education accredited college or university and five (5) years of
vehicle maintenance experience
OR
- Completion of an ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career
Schools and Colleges) technical training program trade school in
Automotive, diesel, or Heavy-Duty Vehicle Repair and Maintenance
and seven -years (7) of additional applied experience, or any
equivalent combination of education and experience may be
substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Project management, organization & time management
skills
- Use and understanding of bus maintenance manuals and electrical
schematics.
- Technical writing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze, resolve and
communicated technical findings / results.
- Knowledge of the operational needs of the garages and
expectations to service & repair buses.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Software, including Excel, Word,
PowerPoint, and Access -
- Ability to rationalize the data into actionable tasks.
- Proficient in the use of specialized tools and equipment as
well as possess a clear understanding of diagnostic routines and
theory.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Required to successfully complete training in High Voltage (HV)
Safety, having taken the basic and advanced level Learning
Management System (LMS) High Voltage (HV) safety courses as well as
the five (5) day in person "Qualified Person Training."
Working Environment:
- Primarily office environment, off-site visits occasionally
Physical Demands:
- Sitting, standing, light lifting, bending
At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent
benefit package: -
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Prescription, Dental,
Vision - -
- Flexible Spending Account - -
- Life Insurance - -
- Paid Leave - -
- 3 YEAR VESTED Retirement Plan Options: -
- 401(a) is a 6% employer contribution. -
- 401(k) at least 6% -with an additional 3% company
match.
- Tuition Assistance - -
- Commuter Benefits
At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success
as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds,
experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity
Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join
our team. -
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