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RTD Please complete the application in its entirety. Include all previous employment so that it may be taken into consideration. Please include a resume attachment with submittal of your application. Resume should document months and years with your dates of employment. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received before the closing date and time listed. At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections! When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. The Manager, Vehicle Engineering oversees RTD’s technical services within Bus Operations, ensuring fleet reliability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. This role manages technical projects, maintenance programs, and fleet improvement initiatives while maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Duties & Responsibilities
Oversee the Vehicle Engineering team by managing staff performance, ensuring compliance, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Recruits staff including interviewing, hiring, terminating, assigning work, training, coaching, and counseling to ensure consistent application of Employee Guidelines, processes, and procedures. Manages Vehicle Engineering team, including performance management, corrective action, and professional development. Develops and implements strategic initiatives to improve vehicle engineering, maintenance efficiency, and operational effectiveness. Oversees budget and capital planning, ensuring fiscal responsibility for technical services and maintenance operations. Monitors tool and equipment purchases while implementing supervisory control measures. Conducts physical inspections of new fleet vehicles to ensure compliance with RTD specifications, contracts, FTA and safety regulations. Tracks and reports KPIs, including vehicle uptime, compliance, and cost efficiency. Engineering and Maintenance Programs
Leads the development of vehicle and equipment requirements, technical specifications, contracts, and project planning. Oversee bus procurement processes, conducts and verifies Buy America compliance at manufacturer properties. Oversees Warranty and Technical Training programs, ensuring alignment with maintenance division goals. Implements comprehensive equipment campaign programs to enhance reliability and lifecycle cost efficiency. Ensures compliance with FTA, DOT, EPA, and other applicable regulations related to vehicle operations, safety, and emissions standards. Prepares federal grant applications to secure funding for fleet improvements, alternative fuel programs, and sustainability initiatives. Leads cost analysis studies and workflow improvement initiatives to optimize maintenance operations. Evaluates and recommends alternative parts and lubricants when original components are unavailable. Manages procurement of commodities to support maintenance operations. Collaboration and Strategic Initiatives
Acts as a liaison between internal teams, external vendors, and regulatory agencies. Works with Procurement and Finance to secure funding and negotiate cost-effective contracts for equipment and fleet projects. Leads innovation initiatives, integrating advanced vehicle technologies and sustainability programs into RTD operations. Prepares recommendations and reports for executive leadership and the Board of Directors regarding vehicle engineering programs, procurement, fleet performance, and regulatory updates. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Minimum of seven (7) years of engineering experience in transit, fleet management, or related field. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in engineering, technical projects, or maintenance operations. Experience in cost analysis, workflow improvement, and equipment campaign programs. Proven project management experience, including the ability to lead and execute technical and operational projects successfully. Ability to troubleshoot, develop technical specifications, and manage compliance. Knowledge of fleet maintenance management systems for tracking performance, costs, and compliance. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Pay Range
$109,309.00 - $154,398.25 Annual EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.
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Manager, Vehicle Engineering
role at
RTD Please complete the application in its entirety. Include all previous employment so that it may be taken into consideration. Please include a resume attachment with submittal of your application. Resume should document months and years with your dates of employment. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received before the closing date and time listed. At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections! When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. The Manager, Vehicle Engineering oversees RTD’s technical services within Bus Operations, ensuring fleet reliability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. This role manages technical projects, maintenance programs, and fleet improvement initiatives while maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Duties & Responsibilities
Oversee the Vehicle Engineering team by managing staff performance, ensuring compliance, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Recruits staff including interviewing, hiring, terminating, assigning work, training, coaching, and counseling to ensure consistent application of Employee Guidelines, processes, and procedures. Manages Vehicle Engineering team, including performance management, corrective action, and professional development. Develops and implements strategic initiatives to improve vehicle engineering, maintenance efficiency, and operational effectiveness. Oversees budget and capital planning, ensuring fiscal responsibility for technical services and maintenance operations. Monitors tool and equipment purchases while implementing supervisory control measures. Conducts physical inspections of new fleet vehicles to ensure compliance with RTD specifications, contracts, FTA and safety regulations. Tracks and reports KPIs, including vehicle uptime, compliance, and cost efficiency. Engineering and Maintenance Programs
Leads the development of vehicle and equipment requirements, technical specifications, contracts, and project planning. Oversee bus procurement processes, conducts and verifies Buy America compliance at manufacturer properties. Oversees Warranty and Technical Training programs, ensuring alignment with maintenance division goals. Implements comprehensive equipment campaign programs to enhance reliability and lifecycle cost efficiency. Ensures compliance with FTA, DOT, EPA, and other applicable regulations related to vehicle operations, safety, and emissions standards. Prepares federal grant applications to secure funding for fleet improvements, alternative fuel programs, and sustainability initiatives. Leads cost analysis studies and workflow improvement initiatives to optimize maintenance operations. Evaluates and recommends alternative parts and lubricants when original components are unavailable. Manages procurement of commodities to support maintenance operations. Collaboration and Strategic Initiatives
Acts as a liaison between internal teams, external vendors, and regulatory agencies. Works with Procurement and Finance to secure funding and negotiate cost-effective contracts for equipment and fleet projects. Leads innovation initiatives, integrating advanced vehicle technologies and sustainability programs into RTD operations. Prepares recommendations and reports for executive leadership and the Board of Directors regarding vehicle engineering programs, procurement, fleet performance, and regulatory updates. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Minimum of seven (7) years of engineering experience in transit, fleet management, or related field. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in engineering, technical projects, or maintenance operations. Experience in cost analysis, workflow improvement, and equipment campaign programs. Proven project management experience, including the ability to lead and execute technical and operational projects successfully. Ability to troubleshoot, develop technical specifications, and manage compliance. Knowledge of fleet maintenance management systems for tracking performance, costs, and compliance. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Pay Range
$109,309.00 - $154,398.25 Annual EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.
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