Parallel Systems

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$183kDetected 104 days ago

PythonMATLABLogisticsSolidWorksCATIASiemens NXFEAStructural AnalysisMechanical Design

About the role

Our innovative technology offers cleaner, safer, and more efficient logistics solutions.
Join our dynamic team and help shape a smarter, greener future for global freight.
This role will focus on designing and analyzing mechanical systems for performance, safety, and durability.

Design and analyze vehicle structures, mechanisms, and actuated systems with a focus on dynamics, kinematics, and structural integrity.
Develop, optimize, and maintain CAD models for mechanical components and assemblies.
Perform finite element analysis (FEA) for structural, fatigue, and modal performance.
Parallel Systems is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with expertise in dynamics, simulation, and CAD design to help us design the next generation of our self-propelled rail vehicles.
We work to build an inclusive environment in which all people can come to do their best work.

5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on structures, dynamics, simulation, and machine design.
Strong proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, or similar).
Experience with multibody dynamics (MBD) simulation tools (Simpack, Adams, or equivalent).
Expertise in finite element analysis (FEA) and computational simulation.
Strong understanding of mechanical vibrations, fatigue analysis, and structural mechanics.
Experience working with mechanical systems in transportation, automotive, or railway applications.
Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards and safety regulations.

Knowledge of railway industry standards (EN, UIC, APTA, FRA, or similar).
Experience with prototyping, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or similar scripting tools for simulation automation.
The target hiring range for this position is listed below.
Parallel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any discriminatory factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Parallel Systems is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Support prototype development, testing, and validation of vehicle components as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
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.

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