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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Parallel Systems develops autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles to shift freight from trucks to rail for cleaner, safer, and more efficient logistics. We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong expertise in dynamics, simulation, and CAD to design and analyze vehicle structures, mechanisms, and actuated systems for performance, safety, and durability.

Skills

  • Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, or similar)
  • Experience with multibody dynamics (Simpack, Adams, or equivalent)
  • Strong FEA and computational simulation skills
  • Solid understanding of mechanical vibrations, fatigue analysis, and structural mechanics
  • Experience with transportation, automotive, or railway mechanical systems
  • Ability to read and apply engineering standards and safety regulations
  • Familiarity with prototype development and test support

Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze vehicle structures, mechanisms, and actuated systems focusing on dynamics, kinematics, and structural integrity
  • Develop, optimize, and maintain CAD models for mechanical components and assemblies
  • Perform multibody dynamics simulations to evaluate system performance under real-world conditions
  • Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) for structural, fatigue, and modal performance
  • Investigate and resolve mechanical failures to improve reliability
  • Support prototype development, testing, and validation as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Interpret and apply relevant engineering standards and safety regulations

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required
  • Master's degree in a related field preferred but not required

Benefits

  • Transparent, market-competitive compensation range shared up front
  • Inclusive and equal opportunity workplace
  • Reasonable accommodations available for applicants and employees
  • Opportunities to work on cutting-edge sustainable transportation technology
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