Field Vehicle Operations Specialist

Parallel Systems is pioneering autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles designed to transform freight transportation by shifting portions of the $900 billion U.S. trucking industry onto rail. Our innovative technology offers cleaner, safer, and more efficient logistics solutions. Join our dynamic team and help shap...

The field vehicle operations specialist will support and coordinate all activities performed at our electric railcar test site in Ventura County, California. In this role, you’ll work with other members of the operations team and contractors to keep the site ready for vehicle development tests and demonstration to e...

You will be stationed at the railcar test facility in Fillmore, California with routine need to collaborate with team members at the manufacturing facility in Pacoima and the engineering office in Los Angeles. Extended domestic travel will be required for remote operations periodically as well as some international ...

Lead field site operations which include site setup and shut down. This includes receiving security reports, unlocking facilities, turning on utilities and generators, initializing vehicles with self-tests, conducting vehicle inspections, and preparing daily briefings for site safety and team operations
Work with test teams to support daily test execution. Activities may include leading or participating in test briefing, procuring necessary supplies, installing measurement instrumentation on vehicles and wayside equipment, operating vehicles to test plans, supervising others operate vehicles to test plans, and monitoring for safety
Manage site tooling inventory
Maintain site at conditions for test activities and stakeholder demonstrations. Maintain tools, equipment and personal protective equipment in an organized fashion. Maintain workspaces in a clean and sorted fashion. Contribute to a culture that values cleanliness and organization Collaborate with facilities to ensure availability of utilities
Maintain the railcar vehicles in good operating condition including battery charging, routine maintenance, and periodic troubleshoot equipment as needed
Maintain the site support vehicles including UTVs and Tool Trucks in good operating condition
Coordinate work plans and schedule of activities with cross-functional teams
Set up field tests, including test instrumentation
Perform safety inspections on vehicles and infrastructure
Lead daily procedure briefings
Execute vehicle operational procedures (command vehicles and record data)
Collect, transmit, and review test data
Supervise safety of field activities in accordance with railroad rules
Support demonstration activities during stakeholder visits
Must successfully complete training and attain/retain certifications applicable to job

5+ years of experience working in a transportation operations, vehicle development, or related field
1+ years of operation of heavy machinery such as cranes or tele-handlers
1+ years of experience in rigging and lifting operations of heavy equipment and structures
Experience working in railroad environments and following associated operating procedures and safety rules. Training will be provided, and candidates must be able to pass internal qualification testing on the General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) and train handling practices
Experience working independently and with small teams
Experience with basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
Availability to travel domestically and internationally periodically for durations weeks
Must have a valid driver's license
Ability to pass random drug and alcohol testing Reference 49 CFR 219
Currently certified or certified in the past 3 years as a Locomotive Engineer and/or Conductor
Experience with electric vehicles and electric traction systems
Experience with high voltage (>120v)
Experience working in railroad environments and following associated operating procedures and safety rules
Experience troubleshooting automobiles or heavy machinery
Experience with equipment, hand tools, and methods for servicing or troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
Experience with test and measurement equipment including data acquisition systems
We are committed to providing fair and transparent compensation in accordance with applicable laws. Salary ranges are listed below and reflect the expected range for new hires in this role, based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and location. Final compensation may vary and will be determined during the interview process. The target hiring range for this position is listed below.
Target Salary Range:
$100,000—$150,000 USD
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