CAF is an international market leader for the design, manufacture, maintenance and supply of equipment and components for integrated transport systems at the forefront of technology that provides high value added sustainable mobility for its customers. We are proud to be recognized for our versatility, flexibility and for our capacity to constantly adapt and innovate.

CAF USA is located in Elmira Heights, New York which is part of the Southern Finger Lakes areas. The area is ideally situated for those who want to be in proximity to large metropolitan areas, but live a life made far richer by connecting to nature and community, making a difference in the lives of their neighbors and taking advantage of the opportunity to develop a fulfilling work life balance that ideally suits who they are.

OVERVIEW

Will serve as the expert in either mechanical/electrical engineering requirements for the testing department. Will have in-depth knowledge of engineering and rail car design to ensure that the employees are adequately trained on their duties and responsibilities within the testing department and that all testing equipment is calibrated and adequate for the job. In some cases will be required to travel with the finished product to the end destination.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Capture manufacturability issues with the design, submit design change proposals, and implement the change into the product

BOM explosions, implosions, and station routings and use of system to see what we manufacture and what we buy

Demonstrates the ability to plan, assign, coordinate, and supervise work of testing and employees while documenting and writing comprehensive reports

Reporting routinely the progress of the testing according to the plan. Troubleshooting any errors and streamlining the testing procedures

Be able to support the needs of production staff

Read and understand schematics, blueprints and 3 Dimensional drawings

In excel, be able to import data, look up tables, create pivot tables, simple macros, etc.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

Programming basics

Critical data analysis

Responds to customer calls

Elaborate test layout and test flow

TRAINING/EDUCATION REQUIRED

BS in electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering

3+ years of experience in a related field or similar

INITIAL TRAINING

Quality System

Occupational Hazards Prevention System

Environmental System

Information/Cyber Security

Railway Safety Management System

Human Resources Policies

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRMENTS

Ability to work in a high pressure environments

Ability to work with all types of personalities and gain productions trust

Experience in final assembly and vehicle systems testing

Manufacturing bills of material experience

ERP or MRP experience (Baan)

Experience in an ISO certified environment is a plus

Bilingual (Spanish) is a strongly desirable

Must be able to lift 50lbs

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Shall report all injuries/illnesses to their supervisor that occur at work, the day of the incident
• Shall report any unsafe conditions that are identified in their respective work area to their supervisor
• Shall comply with all CAF USA safety policies, procedures, and requirements that are communicated to them, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures
• Shall wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is communicated and supplied to them
• Shall keep their respective work area clean and orderly at all times
• Shall attend all CAF USA required training as soon as possible before the start of their assigned work
• Shall NOT operate any CAF USA equipment (forklifts, cranes, scissor lifts) until certified to do so

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80,000 to $100,000 annually.