Mechanical Engineer

Knorr Brake Company is the innovative leader in the manufacture and supply of braking systems, passenger doors and climate-control equipment for all types of Mass Transit customers such as: METRO, Light Rail Vehicles, High-Speed Trains, Commuter Rail and Monorail Vehicles for the North America market.

We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies.

As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own.

You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity.

Innovation is part of our DNA.

Achievement drives our culture.

Learn more today KBC Careers The Mechanical Engineer is primarily responsible for the execution of the design and development of pneumatic and/or hydraulic brake components/assemblies, including brake control units, hydraulic units, Air Supply Units, brake discs, calipers, tread brakes, track brakes and controls for passenger rail transit vehicles.

The primary objectives of this position are to develop the braking components on-time, per the customer specification, and to release high quality, accurate technical documentation.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for aspects of their assigned products, including design, generation of test procedures, troubleshooting test failures, and manufacturing, quality, and purchasing support.

Other responsibilities as defined by the Manager of Mechanical Engineering Major responsibilities include: Generate component and assembly designs based on customer and internal specifications Create bill of materials and keep updated Generate and validate Acceptance Test Procedures Development of purchase specifications/requirements Provide manufacturing, purchasing, and quality support Generate change documentation to update engineering documents Review customer specifications Monitor/assure component designs are specification compliant Monitor and provide input to project schedules Support review of manuals for the Technical Publications Department Job Requirements: Required Skills Education College degree required
– Bachelor’s in Engineering Experience 5 years’ experience with Engineering Principles: Broad experience and good theoretical knowledge of engineering principles: Physics Fluid dynamics, Strength of materials, Proficient in machine design, Manufacturing practices, Value engineering, Reliability, maintainability, safety and human factors Electrical/electronics Business Experience: Must have good business sense Estimate costs Make good business decisions Risk assessments Industry Experience: Knowledge and practical understanding of brake or similar equipment and principles Hands on experience with mechanical systems Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical systems Demonstrated leadership in project environment Process Orientation: Must understand and practice good organization and configuration management skills BOM structuring Configuration/Change Control Must be able to travel on short notice LI-NBC-MT1 Required Experience What does Knorr Brake Company have to offer you?

Competitive Health Benefits Company Paid Life and Disability Benefits Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401 (k) Plan Educational Assistance Free Passes to Local Attractions Free Gym memberships Additional Discount Offerings Volunteer Paid Time Off Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Company Paid Holidays Monthly Employee Welfare Events and Volunteer Opportunities We are an equal opportunity employer.

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class.

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