Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) for vehicle components and assemblies
• Use 2D and 3D CAD tools to create, review, and release vehicle components
• Use analytical tools to assess stress, vibration, thermal performance, and durability
• Support designs throughout the entire lifecycle, including production launch and field support
• Work with test engineers to create DVP&R and execute test plans
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, and manufacturing engineers to iterate designs
• Provide engineering input for technical publications such as service and parts manuals

Requirements

• Bachelor or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the engineering industry
• Familiarity with automotive, commercial, or heavy-duty vehicle design
• Proficiency in CAD software such as NX, CREO, or SolidWorks
• Experience with BOM management and component suppliers
• Experience in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Service (DFS)
• Ability to perform basic finite element analysis (FEA)
• Experience with vehicle structures, weight reduction, and crash safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience developing suspension kinematics and compliance models
• Exposure to simulations for predicting ride and handling performance
• Working knowledge of suspension geometry and component parameter selection

About the Company

GILLIG is a leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, specializing in zero-emission, hybrid, and clean diesel transit buses. Based in Livermore, CA, the company has a 132-year history of providing reliable and environmentally friendly mobility solutions.