Locomotive, Freight Car & MOW Mechanics Job Description: • Understand mechanical operations of machinery • Troubleshoot, repair and maintain heavy off-track equipment and roadway machinery • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) • Troubleshoot and perform heavy repairs to all types of equipment components including gas and diesel engines, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, various workheads, booms, electrical systems and conveyor belt systems • Solve work related problems, make decisions, and provide instructions • Getting information – observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources requiring close attention to detail • Communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates – providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person requiring close attention to detail • Lubricate machines, change oil, or fill hydraulic reservoirs to specified levels Basic Qualifications: • 18 year of age or older • Valid Driver’s License • Strict adherence to corporate values • Must be able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate (speak, hear, and understand) English • Must be able to follow written and oral directions • Communication Skills (provide clear instructions/directions) • Reasoning Skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills) • Read and understand schematic drawings • Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems, electrical and electronic systems, and pneumatic systems as it pertains to the operation and maintenance of roadway machinery • Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including inclement and extreme temperatures • Must be able to work on and around heavy equipment • Comply with all company and FRA safety procedures, policies, and rules, including wearing required safety equipment Physical and Mental Demands: • Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 100 lbs. on a rare basis • Must be able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, crouch, climb, kneel, stretch, balance, and sit for extended periods of time • Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection • Must be able to stand for long periods of time • Must be able to operate tools and equipment safely and efficiently • Must be able to use hands to hold, grasp, turn or pull • Must be able to reach over shoulder level • Must be able to work with loud noises, chemicals, fumes, dirt, and dust • Must be able to use phone and radios • Must be able to perform heavy manual labor Safety Commitment: Safety is a very important part of this company and its operations. Safety is an individual responsibility as well as a team effort to prevent accidents and injuries. We work diligently to ensure the safety of our employees, customers and general public. The statements stated in this job description reflect the general details as necessary to describe the basic function, essential job duties/responsibilities, and job requirements typically required, and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the job. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned; including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. Although the use of Marijuana and other Cannabis Products are legal in the State of Vermont, VRS is federally regulated by the Federal Rail Administration, therefore all potential employees are required to pass a drug test before employment and will be subject to random drug testing throughout employment if hired.
See More Details >>At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. The Propulsion Mechanical Design Engineer will contribute to the development of propulsion system components used in the motors and inverters, from a blank page to a certified product. Not only do we design, build and test the motors and inverters, we also develop manufacturing tooling and validation equipment such as propeller stands, dynos, bench top test rigs. Our design to validation cycle is extremely rapid and we own it all. If you love to design, analyze, build and test your ideas at a fast pace, you’ll be happy at BETA. How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation: • Design products with CATIA, create drawings and manage BOMs • Perform hand calculations and or FEA to ensure product integrity at minimum weight • Develop and build prototypes and run experiments to inform future designs • Collaborate with internal and external fabricators and the supply chain team to see parts through manufacturing • Develop scalable manufacturing processes in parallel with product design • Collaborate with the manufacturing team to bring products to production • Collaborate with the systems and certification team to ensure certifiability of products Minimum Qualifications: • Experience in mechanical design: Internships and other projects absolutely count • Ability to design parts that are lightweight, strong and manufacturable, with a demonstrated track record (seeing your portfolio of great designs will get us excited) • Mastery of 3D CAD (Catia preferred or Solidworks or NX) • Experience with Ansys or equivalent FEA software • Experience making drawings with pragmatic GD&T • Experience with prototype testing • Good team, communication and leadership skills required. Ability to work with minimal supervision and identify strategies to remove roadblocks is paramount. Mental flexibility and the ability to change direction based on new information is an absolute must in our fast paced environment. • Google G -Suite including drive, mail, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, charts, hangouts; slack, application lifecycle • Ability to work hard to meet our ambitious goals and tight deadlines Above and Beyond Qualifications: • Experience in FEA (ANSYS preferred) • Experience in CFD (Solidworks Flow Sim or FloEFD preferred) • GD&T master • Matlab (data analysis, AppDesigner for GUIs) • Strong knowledge of vibration • Experience with rotating machinery • Experience with electrical motors, inverters • Experience with controls of Surface Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machine (SPMSM) The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Build electric airplanes with us! We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
See More Details >>At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation: • Evolve our innovative lift prop system into a mature, manufacturable, and certified product. With a majority of the initial part design work completed, this role will focus on the design required to support testing and manufacturing at our supplier, as well as design improvement to address manufacturing hurdles. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or other Engineering degree with strong • Mechanical Design or Manufacturing focus from an accredited University • Minimum 5-10 years experience in mechanical manufacturing • CAD experience in moderate to complex assembly (SolidWorks) • Manufacturing work instruction formulation and corrective action execution • Vendor and Contract Manufacturing oversight with onsite bring-up of designs • Application of GD&T for dimensional control of parts and assemblies • Basic machining and fabrication skills for prototypes and fixtures • Self-starter that is well organized, disciplined, team player with solid communication skills • Google G -Suite including drive, mail, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, charts, hangouts; slack, application lifecycle • Eligibility Requirement: Due to regulations, contractual requirements, and export control laws, applicants must be U.S. persons to be considered Above and Beyond Qualifications: • Composites manufacturing experience (layups and bonding) • Tooling and fixturing design to support manufacturing of machined and bonded parts • CATIA and 3DX • CNC or CMM operator experience with CAM generation • QC and dimensional analysis of complex part geometries The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process. Build electric airplanes with us! We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Burlington, VT typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 6,500 mechanical engineers nationwide, with a significant presence in Vermont, and the field is projected to grow by 11% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Burlington earn an average of $850 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $1000 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring mechanical tradespeople find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $113,000 annually for experienced professionals.
