Uptime Spec and Design Engineer in READING, Pennsylvania at Penske Truck Rental

Position Title: Uptime Spec and Design Engineer
Description:

Position Summary:

The Uptime Spec and Design Engineer will be involved in all projects with system interaction to provide technical guidance to the project managers, optimizing time spent on projects. This role will also assist in real world testing data from our equipment’s systems as they are designed today as the Project Manager assists in optimizing system operation or problem resolution. As an Engineering SME, this individual will provide guidance to the maintenance organization in regard to technical solution development, repair process development, root cause analysis, and vehicle system failure pattern recognition.

Major Responsibilities:

• Datalogging and Testing Current/Future Equipment's Systems Performance

• Assist Uptime Project Manager in Evaluations

• Assist Reliability and Uptime in Repair Procedure Development

• Assist Reliability and Uptime in Technical Solution Development

• Develop New Automotive and Truck System Concepts, Methodologies, and Standards (Including TMC and SAE involvement)

• Other projects and tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree required

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechatronic, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical or Mechanical Engineering Technology preferred. If no degree, equivalent work experience is required

• Professional Engineer certifications preferred

• 4 years of automotive or truck industry experience preferred

• 2 years of engineering experience preferred

• Knowledge of vehicle systems with demonstrated ability to apply concepts

• Proficient in the analysis and simplification of complex systems to support uptime and reliability goals

• Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks software for design and documentation purposes

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong technical writing capability with experience producing clear, accurate engineering documentation and specifications

• Demonstrated ability to apply critical and adaptive thinking to resolve complex, multi-variable engineering challenges

• Data-driven decision-making mindset with experience processing, interpreting, and acting on technical data

• Innovative problem-solving approach with a focus on reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency

• Ability to break down and communicate complex system information to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Strategic time management skills with the ability to prioritize and execute across multiple concurrent projects

• Proven team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional departments

• Natural leader who takes initiative, drives accountability, and supports the growth of those around them

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail in both documentation and project execution

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present findings and recommendations clearly at all levels of the organization

• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.

• Successful candidate must complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (past employment, education, and criminal history), and complete a drug screening.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Category: Engineering

Job Family: Operations

Address: 275 Riverfront Dr.

Primary Location: US-PA-Reading

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2607549