Mechanical Engineer - Interiors Livermore, CA
Gillig Llc., Livermore, CA, United States
As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation. GILLIG is on the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support. From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA.
WHY GILLIG
Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
Renowned for its inclusive team/family-oriented culture
Stable, successful, and growing organization – a Bay Area business for over 132 years!
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
Excellent compensation including company paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan and other comprehensive benefits
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
GILLIG Engineering is responsible for the development, customization, and configuration of GILLIG’s clean technology heavy‑duty transit buses. We are committed to developing the most reliable buses that connect communities, eliminate congestion, and contribute to a greener environment. Our engineers are engaged in designing, analyzing, testing, launching, and problem solving across a wide range of technical areas.
Mechanical Engineering is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing mechanical systems and components, such as chassis, HVAC, interior layout, and powertrain integration to ensure safety, durability, and performance. They collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet regulatory standards, troubleshoot issues during production, and ensure cost‑effective and efficient designs tailored to the needs of heavy‑duty transit buses.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer who will assist and support more senior level engineers on various functions relating to transit bus design and focus on the design and industrialization of components for GILLIG’s continuously evolving product line. The Mechanical Engineer will influence vehicle, system, and component level design decisions in partnership with senior engineers. Duties involve engineering assistance, problem resolution, mechanical design, BOM development, application research, and other engineering duties in support of the manufacturing of heavy‑duty transit buses. This person will have direct influence at the component level to optimize the pieces.
This is a hands‑on, on‑site role at our Livermore, CA plant and reports to the Interiors Manager, but may also receive direction and guidance from senior engineers.
TECHNICAL FOCUS
Interiors
Our Interior Engineering team designs and integrates both GILLIG and supplier components into the driver and passenger areas of our highly customized buses. Work includes creating seating layouts, ADA seating and wheelchair restraint options, stanchion pole and grab‑rail layouts, floor and floor‑covering configurations, as well as crafting customized driver cockpits, dash layouts, driver safety barriers, fare collection systems, and interior stowage. The role offers a unique opportunity to impact the customer and ridership experience, utilizing strong design abilities and systems engineering skills. Familiarity with ADA standards and driver ergonomics is highly valuable.
IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL
Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM), defining appropriate applications of parts and assembly
Gather information regarding supplier components, existing GILLIG designs and technological advancements to rationalize and optimize design concepts
Partner with the team to develop a course of action based on guidelines and modify processes and methods as required
Use 2D and 3D CAD tools to create, review & release vehicle components and assemblies receiving guidance from senior engineers as needed
Use analytical tools to assess designs, including stress, vibration, thermal performance, and durability
Process design releases including the General release of both Customer & Design REIs, with input into Change Control, Production Change Order (PCO), and Engineered Production Change (EPC) release
Support designs throughout the entire lifecycle, including development, production launch, variant designs & customization, and field support
Work with the test engineer(s) to create DVP&R, execute the defined test plan and review the test results/reports
Provide engineering input for technical publications, such as service, parts, and driver manuals
Collaborate and iterate designs with cross‑functional partners such as electrical, controls and manufacturing engineers
SCOPE OF THE ROLE
Autonomy:
Ability to work with little instruction on day‑to‑day work, receiving general instruction on new assignments from senior engineers or the group manager.
Technically Minded:
Apply industry practices and standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA, etc.). Exhibit professional expertise, applying design standards, best practices, and company procedures to resolve issues. Determine a course of action based on guidelines and modify processes and methods as required.
Time Management:
Work productively to deliver projects on schedule and on budget. Solve production and/or manufacturing related issues expeditiously.
Communication:
Collaborate up, down and across the organization to resolve mutual problems. Focus on providing standard professional advice and creating initial reports/analysis for review by experienced team members.
Complexity:
Responsible for a set of commodities or design elements within the team. Work on moderate to more complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of various factors. Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
Quality & Standards:
Model, drawing, and other technical documentation is accurate and complete. Released designs are cost‑effective, manufacturable, serviceable, and meet all performance objectives and customer requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 2 years of experience within the engineering industry
Automotive, commercial and/or heavy‑duty vehicle design familiarity. Direct experience a plus.
Familiarity with BOM management
Fluency in CAD software such as NX, CREO, or SolidWorks
Experience working with component suppliers, engineering service suppliers, testing suppliers and product validation engineers
Experience in the direct design of components including Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Service (DFS), and cost‑efficiency (Value Engineering)
Experience with hands‑on troubleshooting, product assembly, prototyping, testing, and validation activities (on site and at remote locations)
Proven ability to design and develop complete interior systems, encompassing components such as seats, door trims, instrument panels, headliners, and other interior trims
Working level understanding of ADA and relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Previous experience researching, selecting, and specifying interior components from internal and external suppliers, considering cost, performance, durability, and aesthetics
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to lift 25 lbs.
Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer
Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to navigate manufacturing environment, comfortable around heavy machinery, tools, etc.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment, (i.e. safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection, etc.)
Limited travel may be required
EXPECTED COMPENSATION
$75,000 - $130,000/ annual salary + premium benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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WHY GILLIG
Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
Renowned for its inclusive team/family-oriented culture
Stable, successful, and growing organization – a Bay Area business for over 132 years!
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
Excellent compensation including company paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan and other comprehensive benefits
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
GILLIG Engineering is responsible for the development, customization, and configuration of GILLIG’s clean technology heavy‑duty transit buses. We are committed to developing the most reliable buses that connect communities, eliminate congestion, and contribute to a greener environment. Our engineers are engaged in designing, analyzing, testing, launching, and problem solving across a wide range of technical areas.
Mechanical Engineering is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing mechanical systems and components, such as chassis, HVAC, interior layout, and powertrain integration to ensure safety, durability, and performance. They collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet regulatory standards, troubleshoot issues during production, and ensure cost‑effective and efficient designs tailored to the needs of heavy‑duty transit buses.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer who will assist and support more senior level engineers on various functions relating to transit bus design and focus on the design and industrialization of components for GILLIG’s continuously evolving product line. The Mechanical Engineer will influence vehicle, system, and component level design decisions in partnership with senior engineers. Duties involve engineering assistance, problem resolution, mechanical design, BOM development, application research, and other engineering duties in support of the manufacturing of heavy‑duty transit buses. This person will have direct influence at the component level to optimize the pieces.
This is a hands‑on, on‑site role at our Livermore, CA plant and reports to the Interiors Manager, but may also receive direction and guidance from senior engineers.
TECHNICAL FOCUS
Interiors
Our Interior Engineering team designs and integrates both GILLIG and supplier components into the driver and passenger areas of our highly customized buses. Work includes creating seating layouts, ADA seating and wheelchair restraint options, stanchion pole and grab‑rail layouts, floor and floor‑covering configurations, as well as crafting customized driver cockpits, dash layouts, driver safety barriers, fare collection systems, and interior stowage. The role offers a unique opportunity to impact the customer and ridership experience, utilizing strong design abilities and systems engineering skills. Familiarity with ADA standards and driver ergonomics is highly valuable.
IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL
Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM), defining appropriate applications of parts and assembly
Gather information regarding supplier components, existing GILLIG designs and technological advancements to rationalize and optimize design concepts
Partner with the team to develop a course of action based on guidelines and modify processes and methods as required
Use 2D and 3D CAD tools to create, review & release vehicle components and assemblies receiving guidance from senior engineers as needed
Use analytical tools to assess designs, including stress, vibration, thermal performance, and durability
Process design releases including the General release of both Customer & Design REIs, with input into Change Control, Production Change Order (PCO), and Engineered Production Change (EPC) release
Support designs throughout the entire lifecycle, including development, production launch, variant designs & customization, and field support
Work with the test engineer(s) to create DVP&R, execute the defined test plan and review the test results/reports
Provide engineering input for technical publications, such as service, parts, and driver manuals
Collaborate and iterate designs with cross‑functional partners such as electrical, controls and manufacturing engineers
SCOPE OF THE ROLE
Autonomy:
Ability to work with little instruction on day‑to‑day work, receiving general instruction on new assignments from senior engineers or the group manager.
Technically Minded:
Apply industry practices and standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA, etc.). Exhibit professional expertise, applying design standards, best practices, and company procedures to resolve issues. Determine a course of action based on guidelines and modify processes and methods as required.
Time Management:
Work productively to deliver projects on schedule and on budget. Solve production and/or manufacturing related issues expeditiously.
Communication:
Collaborate up, down and across the organization to resolve mutual problems. Focus on providing standard professional advice and creating initial reports/analysis for review by experienced team members.
Complexity:
Responsible for a set of commodities or design elements within the team. Work on moderate to more complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of various factors. Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
Quality & Standards:
Model, drawing, and other technical documentation is accurate and complete. Released designs are cost‑effective, manufacturable, serviceable, and meet all performance objectives and customer requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 2 years of experience within the engineering industry
Automotive, commercial and/or heavy‑duty vehicle design familiarity. Direct experience a plus.
Familiarity with BOM management
Fluency in CAD software such as NX, CREO, or SolidWorks
Experience working with component suppliers, engineering service suppliers, testing suppliers and product validation engineers
Experience in the direct design of components including Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Service (DFS), and cost‑efficiency (Value Engineering)
Experience with hands‑on troubleshooting, product assembly, prototyping, testing, and validation activities (on site and at remote locations)
Proven ability to design and develop complete interior systems, encompassing components such as seats, door trims, instrument panels, headliners, and other interior trims
Working level understanding of ADA and relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Previous experience researching, selecting, and specifying interior components from internal and external suppliers, considering cost, performance, durability, and aesthetics
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to lift 25 lbs.
Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer
Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to navigate manufacturing environment, comfortable around heavy machinery, tools, etc.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment, (i.e. safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection, etc.)
Limited travel may be required
EXPECTED COMPENSATION
$75,000 - $130,000/ annual salary + premium benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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