The Role
Provide engineering subject-matter expertise for uptime and reliability projects: datalogging, testing, repair procedure and technical solution development, root-cause analysis, and new system concept/design for automotive and truck systems. Collaborate with project managers and maintenance teams, create engineering documentation, and support standards development (TMC/SAE).
Summary Generated by Built In
Position Summary:
The Uptime Spec and Design Engineer will be involved in all projects with system interaction to provide technical guidance to the project managers, optimizing time spent on projects. This role will also assist in real world testing data from our equipment’s systems as they are designed today as the Project Manager assists in optimizing system operation or problem resolution. As an Engineering SME, this individual will provide guidance to the maintenance organization in regard to technical solution development, repair process development, root cause analysis, and vehicle system failure pattern recognition.
Major Responsibilities:
• Datalogging and Testing Current/Future Equipment's Systems Performance
• Assist Uptime Project Manager in Evaluations
• Assist Reliability and Uptime in Repair Procedure Development
• Assist Reliability and Uptime in Technical Solution Development
• Develop New Automotive and Truck System Concepts, Methodologies, and Standards (Including TMC and SAE involvement)
• Other projects and tasks as assigned
QualificationsQualifications:
• Associate's Degree required
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechatronic, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical or Mechanical Engineering Technology preferred. If no degree, equivalent work experience is required
• Professional Engineer certifications preferred
• 4 years of automotive or truck industry experience preferred
• 2 years of engineering experience preferred
• Knowledge of vehicle systems with demonstrated ability to apply concepts
• Proficient in the analysis and simplification of complex systems to support uptime and reliability goals
• Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks software for design and documentation purposes
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong technical writing capability with experience producing clear, accurate engineering documentation and specifications
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical and adaptive thinking to resolve complex, multi-variable engineering challenges
• Data-driven decision-making mindset with experience processing, interpreting, and acting on technical data
• Innovative problem-solving approach with a focus on reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency
• Ability to break down and communicate complex system information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strategic time management skills with the ability to prioritize and execute across multiple concurrent projects
• Proven team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional departments
• Natural leader who takes initiative, drives accountability, and supports the growth of those around them
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail in both documentation and project execution
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present findings and recommendations clearly at all levels of the organization
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Successful candidate must complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (past employment, education, and criminal history), and complete a drug screening.
Physical Requirements:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer
About Us About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions
Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Skills Required
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechatronic, Electronic, Mechanical, or Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
- Professional Engineer certification
- 4 years automotive or truck industry experience
- 2 years engineering experience
- Knowledge of vehicle systems with ability to apply concepts
- Proficient in analysis and simplification of complex systems to support uptime and reliability goals
- Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks for design and documentation
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong technical writing and engineering documentation skills
- Experience with datalogging and processing technical data for decision-making
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and lead initiatives
- Must complete application, background investigation, and drug screening
Penske Logistics Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Penske Logistics and has not been reviewed or approved by Penske Logistics.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a 401(k) and, in some driver roles, a 100% company‑funded pension that provides strong long‑term value. These retirement features are described as rare and valuable within certain assignments.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave are part of the standard package, with some roles offering PTO starting on day one. Time‑off provisions are consistently presented alongside core benefits.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and hearing coverage are complemented by telemedicine, mental‑health support, and disability options. FSAs/HSAs and wellness resources contribute to broad healthcare coverage.
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The Company
What We Do
Penske Logistics is a Penske Transportation Solutions company. We provide supply chain management and logistics solutions to leading brands around the world. Penske Logistics delivers value through its design, planning and execution in transportation, warehousing, freight management, and dry-van truckload services. Penske offers customized supply chain and logistics solutions including: Dedicated Contract Carriage; Distribution Center Management; Freight Management; Freight Brokerage; Transportation Management Solutions (TMS); Lead Logistics Provider (LLP), Control Tower and 4PL Solutions. We serve a variety of industries including: automotive; food, beverage, grocery, wine and spirits; cold chain; convenience and drug stores; quick service restaurants (QSRs); retail; big box retailers; building and construction products; CPG; healthcare; industrial manufacturing; consumer appliances and consumer electronics; and many others.
