PRIMARY PURPOSE
The technical investigation and analysis of failures and other technical problems related primarily to the Revenue Fleet and Wayside Elements. Explores options and makes recommendations on alternative parts, repairs or procedures. Performs trend and cost benefit analyses. Prepares technical evaluation reports on specific mechanical problems and their solutions.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Investigates part, system and sub-system failures and other technical procedural problems encountered in the Revenue Fleet and Wayside Assets department, including assessment of the parts involved, in-depth analysis of the mechanical performance of fleet vehicles and mechanical guideway elements; and definition and coordination of tests to be conducted internally or by manufacturers or consulting engineers.
Analyzes the results of the investigation to identify the cause of problems and explores various options to resolve problems; researches alternative equipment/supplies; prepares cost-benefit analysis of repairs, replacement, etc. and recommends the best alternative to the Senior Engineer.
In conjunction with engineers, develops mechanical design specifications for special parts and equipment and tests prototypes.
Conducts qualitative analyses of mechanical vendors to assess their qualifications for supplying parts and equipment required by the department; develops and communicates specifications to vendors and within established budget, approves the supplier and the purchase of specific parts/equipment.
Audits and analyzes efficiencies and effectiveness of inspections.
Forecasts future unresolved issues within Revenue Fleet and Wayside Element.
Analyzes data collected by the Engineering Asset’s test train and makes recommendations to be ultimately passed on to the respective Maintenance Department.
Investigates perceived problems such as discrepancies in parts shipments and resolves concerns.
Coordinates Engineering Asset’s mechanical tests and supports mechanical test equipment as required on the test train.
