Parallel Systems

Sells automated battery-electric rail vehicles

Field Vehicle Operations Specialist

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFillmore, CA, USA$100k - $150kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience working in transportation operations, vehicle development, or a related field.
At least 1 year of experience operating heavy machinery such as cranes or tele-handlers.
At least 1 year of experience in rigging and lifting operations involving heavy equipment and structures.
Experience working in railroad environments and following associated operating procedures and safety rules; candidates must pass internal qualification testing on the General Code of Operating Rules and train handling practices.
Experience working independently and with small teams.
Experience with basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
Availability to travel domestically and internationally periodically for durations of weeks.
A valid driver's license.
Ability to pass random drug and alcohol testing under 49 CFR 219.
Currently certified, or certified within the past 3 years, as a Locomotive Engineer and/or Conductor.

Responsibilities

Lead field site operations, including site setup and shutdown: receive security reports, unlock facilities, turn on utilities and generators, initialize vehicles with self-tests, conduct vehicle inspections, and prepare daily briefings for site safety and team operations.
Support daily test execution with test teams, including leading or participating in test briefings, procuring supplies, installing measurement instrumentation on vehicles and wayside equipment, operating vehicles according to test plans, supervising others operating vehicles according to test plans, and monitoring safety.
Manage site tooling inventory.
Maintain the site for test activities and stakeholder demonstrations; keep tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment organized; maintain clean and sorted workspaces; contribute to a culture of cleanliness and organization; and collaborate with facilities staff to ensure utilities are available.
Maintain railcar vehicles in good operating condition, including charging batteries, performing routine maintenance, and periodically troubleshooting equipment.
Maintain site support vehicles, including UTVs and tool trucks, in good operating condition.
Coordinate work plans and schedules of activities with cross-functional teams.
Set up field tests, including test instrumentation.
Perform safety inspections on vehicles and infrastructure.
Lead daily procedure briefings.
Execute vehicle operational procedures by commanding vehicles and recording data.
Collect, transmit, and review test data.
Supervise the safety of field activities in accordance with railroad rules.
Support demonstration activities during stakeholder visits.
Successfully complete training and attain or retain certifications applicable to the job.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with electric vehicles and electric traction systems.
Experience with high voltage above 120 volts.
Experience working in railroad environments and following associated operating procedures and safety rules.
Experience troubleshooting automobiles or heavy machinery.
Experience with equipment, hand tools, and methods for servicing or troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Experience with test and measurement equipment, including data acquisition systems.

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. 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.

Field Vehicle Operations Specialist

The field vehicle operations specialist will support and coordinate all activities performed at our electric railcar test site in Ventura County, California. In this role, you’ll work with other members of the operations team and contractors to keep the site ready for vehicle development tests and demonstration to external stakeholders. You’ll also work directly with engineers to perform various vehicle operational tests, troubleshooting, and maintenance service on the vehicles. As part of the operational test, this person will be responsible for safe operation of the vehicle through knowledge and understanding of operating rules governing train movement. Data from these tests is used to develop further improvements to the technology. This role is essential to streamlining site and vehicle operations and allowing faster development of the technology.

You will be stationed at the railcar test facility in Fillmore, California with routine need to collaborate with team members at the manufacturing facility in Pacoima and the engineering office in Los Angeles. Extended domestic travel will be required for remote operations periodically as well as some international travel.

Responsibilities

Lead field site operations which include site setup and shut down. This includes receiving security reports, unlocking facilities, turning on utilities and generators, initializing vehicles with self-tests, conducting vehicle inspections, and preparing daily briefings for site safety and team operations
Work with test teams to support daily test execution. Activities may include leading or participating in test briefing, procuring necessary supplies, installing measurement instrumentation on vehicles and wayside equipment, operating vehicles to test plans, supervising others operate vehicles to test plans, and monitoring for safety
Manage site tooling inventory
Maintain site at conditions for test activities and stakeholder demonstrations. Maintain tools, equipment and personal protective equipment in an organized fashion. Maintain workspaces in a clean and sorted fashion. Contribute to a culture that values cleanliness and organization Collaborate with facilities to ensure availability of utilities
Maintain the railcar vehicles in good operating condition including battery charging, routine maintenance, and periodic troubleshoot equipment as needed
Maintain the site support vehicles including UTVs and Tool Trucks in good operating condition
Coordinate work plans and schedule of activities with cross-functional teams
Set up field tests, including test instrumentation
Perform safety inspections on vehicles and infrastructure
Lead daily procedure briefings
Execute vehicle operational procedures (command vehicles and record data)
Collect, transmit, and review test data
Supervise safety of field activities in accordance with railroad rules
Support demonstration activities during stakeholder visits
Must successfully complete training and attain/retain certifications applicable to job

Basic Qualifications

5+ years of experience working in a transportation operations, vehicle development, or related field
1+ years of operation of heavy machinery such as cranes or tele-handlers
1+ years of experience in rigging and lifting operations of heavy equipment and structures
Experience working in railroad environments and following associated operating procedures and safety rules. Training will be provided, and candidates must be able to pass internal qualification testing on the General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) and train handling practices
Experience working independently and with small teams
Experience with basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
Availability to travel domestically and internationally periodically for durations weeks
Must have a valid driver's license
Ability to pass random drug and alcohol testing Reference 49 CFR 219
Currently certified or certified in the past 3 years as a Locomotive Engineer and/or Conductor

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with electric vehicles and electric traction systems
Experience with high voltage (>120v)
Experience working in railroad environments and following associated operating procedures and safety rules
Experience troubleshooting automobiles or heavy machinery
Experience with equipment, hand tools, and methods for servicing or troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
Experience with test and measurement equipment including data acquisition systems

We are committed to providing fair and transparent compensation in accordance with applicable laws. Salary ranges are listed below and reflect the expected range for new hires in this role, based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and location. Final compensation may vary and will be determined during the interview process. The target hiring range for this position is listed below.

Target Salary Range:

$100,000—$150,000 USD

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. We work to build an inclusive environment in which all people can come to do their best work.

Parallel Systems is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Parallel Systems will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact your recruiter.

Target Salary Range: 100000 - 150000 USD

About the Company

Parallel Systems

Sells automated battery-electric rail vehicles

MoveParallel.com focuses on rail freight. It sells automated, battery-electric freight rail vehicles and integration tools to railroads, enabling them to move freight from trucking to rail on corridors under 1,000 miles. The system combines an autonomous/automated vehicle with software and services to integrate into existing railroad operations, and it may include ongoing maintenance contracts and consulting. Compared with traditional rail or trucking, the company targets shorter-haul routes and aims to expand railroad markets by offering a flexible, cleaner transportation option that reduces carbon emissions. The goal is to convert more freight to rail for shorter distances, improving efficiency and sustainability in freight movement.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Series C
Total funding: $191.2M
Headquarters: Los Angeles, CA
Founded: 2020

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