Assistant Mechanical Engineer

Website MTA Headquarters

Job Details

 

Remote  NA
Industry  Government
Employment Type  Full Time
Work Hours  8 Hours
Salary  USD 65640 To USD 85646 Per Year

 

Responsibilities

Under the direction of Senior staff in the Automated Track Inspections group, the incumbent will be responsible for obtaining detailed track geometry, tunnel crosscut, ultrasonic, rail wear, Thermal Imaging image measurements, and reports of NYCT mainline tracks with measurement systems on the Track Geometry Cars.

The incumbent will verify ultrasonic defects using hand test techniques. The Asst./Intern Mechanical Engineer will analyze critical defects obtained on Track Geometry Cars inspections and create detailed reports for distribution to the Track Maintenance group to initiate corrective actions.

The incumbent will calibrate and test the Track Geometry, Tunnel laser, ultrasonic, Thermal Image, video systems, and others as required. The incumbent must analyze, review, and report defects using Offboard programs of DAPCO UT, Plasser, and Z&F/Amberg software programs.

The incumbent will also be required to detect errors in the existing Track Geometry databases by checking for the quality and accuracy of records. The incumbent will also work on other analytical & technical tasks performed by Track Engineering.

Education and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university and one-year full-time satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work. A Master’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college can only be used to substitute for one year of full-time satisfactory work experience in mechanical engineering. A degree in any other engineering area, or in any technology area is not acceptable.

Desired Skills

Knowledge of track construction, inspections, and related train operations. Experience with ultrasonic analysis and verification techniques. Experience with GPS/laser equipment and measurement techniques. Knowledge of the physical layout of mainline tracks and yards of NYCT and of track geometry devices and track defects. Knowledge of PC software applications & PC hardware, data analysis, and statistical reporting.