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You will contribute to a greener, safer freight ecosystem by solving real-world mechanical challenges and supporting prototype validation.\n\nResponsibilitiesDesign and analyze vehicle structures, mechanisms, and actuated systems with a focus on dynamics, kinematics, and structural integrityDevelop, optimize, and maintain CAD models for mechanical components and assembliesConduct multibody dynamics simulations to assess system performance under real-world conditionsPerform finite element analysis (FEA) for structural, fatigue, and modal performanceInvestigate and resolve mechanical failures to improve system reliabilitySupport prototype development, testing, and validation of vehicle components as part of a multi-disciplinary team\nKey requirements5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on structures, dynamics, simulation, and machine designStrong 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 simulationStrong understanding of mechanical vibrations, fatigue analysis, and structural mechanicsExperience working with mechanical systems in transportation, automotive, or railway applicationsAbility to interpret and apply engineering standards and safety regulationsability to interpret and apply engineering standards and safety regulationsprototyping and collaboration within multi-disciplinary teamsproblem-solving mindset and reliability focusCAD: SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NXMBD: Simpack, AdamsFEA and computational simulation","company":"Parallel Systems","rawCompany":"parallel systems","city":"Long Beach","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-09-15T04:44:07.426Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2141.02","title":"Automotive Engineers","slug":"automotive-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"336510","title":"Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing","slug":"railroad-rolling-stock-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Mechanical Engineer","description":"Overview\nAs a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will design and analyze the mechanics of self-propelled rail vehicles to optimize performance, safety, and durability. 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