Job ID: req4921
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Georgetown, TX, US
Job Title: Engineer III, R&D Technology
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Director, R&D
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Engineer III, R&D Technology is responsible for research, design, prototyping, and testing. This position requires a very developed technical background with the ability to integrate software, firmware, mechanical, electrical, and imaging technology.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Research
- Evaluate and analyze positive and negative aspects of competing technologies or solutions
- Grow industry expertise through trade show attendance, conference presentations, and peer-reviewed publications
- Generate new research ideas in line with company growth areas
Design
- Conceptualize innovative solutions and exhibit problem-solving skills as needed by projects
- Propose solutions by utilizing proper modeling techniques such as CAD, Monte-Carlo, etc.
- Work with engineering, operations, sales, and product development teams to optimize design approach
- Utilize external software, research, and leverage industry partners as needed
Prototyping
- Implement technology-based solutions for railroad industry including laboratory, trackside, hy-rail, and rail-bound applications
- Implement solutions within constraints of timeline, budget, functionality, and operational parameters
Testing
- Work in local and remote locations including research facilities, field offices, and railroad environments
- Conduct all tests in accordance with company and railroad safety operating procedures
- Assess system performance, prepare written and oral reports, optimize accordingly and make recommendations for future enhancements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelors degree in engineering field
Experience:
5+ years of experience and ability to learn various computer operating systems, computer programming languages and environments, and data analysis software used in nuclear, electrical, and mechanical engineering fields.
Licenses/Certifications: Maintain Railroad Certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Presentation at conferences or publications in peer reviewed journal
- Successful technical leadership of an R&D project
- Demonstration of strategic technical decisions positively impacting project design
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Professional Engineering Certification (P.E.)
Masters degree in engineering field
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 25% travel including domestic and international, using any method of transportation.
- Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning.
- Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
- Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell.
- Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
Loram is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
Starting pay for the position is between $93,900 – $117,450
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Job ID: req4921
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Georgetown, TX, US
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Engineer III, R&D Technology
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Director, R&D
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Engineer III, R&D Technology is responsible for research, design, prototyping, and testing. This position requires a very developed technical background with the ability to integrate software, firmware, mechanical, electrical, and imaging technology.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Research
- Evaluate and analyze positive and negative aspects of competing technologies or solutions
- Grow industry expertise through trade show attendance, conference presentations, and peer-reviewed publications
- Generate new research ideas in line with company growth areas
Design
- Conceptualize innovative solutions and exhibit problem-solving skills as needed by projects
- Propose solutions by utilizing proper modeling techniques such as CAD, Monte-Carlo, etc.
- Work with engineering, operations, sales, and product development teams to optimize design approach
- Utilize external software, research, and leverage industry partners as needed
Prototyping
- Implement technology-based solutions for railroad industry including laboratory, trackside, hy-rail, and rail-bound applications
- Implement solutions within constraints of timeline, budget, functionality, and operational parameters
Testing
- Work in local and remote locations including research facilities, field offices, and railroad environments
- Conduct all tests in accordance with company and railroad safety operating procedures
- Assess system performance, prepare written and oral reports, optimize accordingly and make recommendations for future enhancements
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelors degree in engineering field
Experience:
5+ years of experience and ability to learn various computer operating systems, computer programming languages and environments, and data analysis software used in nuclear, electrical, and mechanical engineering fields.
Licenses/Certifications: Maintain Railroad Certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Presentation at conferences or publications in peer reviewed journal
- Successful technical leadership of an R&D project
- Demonstration of strategic technical decisions positively impacting project design
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Professional Engineering Certification (P.E.)
Masters degree in engineering field
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 25% travel including domestic and international, using any method of transportation.
- Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning.
- Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
- Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell.
- Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
Loram is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
Starting pay for the position is between $93,900 – $117,450
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Based in Hamel, Minnesota, Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. designs and builds some of the most sophisticated railway maintenance equipment in the world, delivering high quality products and services to our global customers. This is made possible by employees who are passionate about delivering advanced equipment, innovative solutions, and unrivaled customer service.
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Based in Georgetown, Texas, Loram Technologies, Inc. provides innovative solutions for the railroad industry. From our friction management application systems to our Aurora® track inspection systems, our products are technologically advanced, safer, more efficient, and more productive than traditional maintenance methods.
For more information about LTI go to:
http://www.loramtechnologies.com
Loram is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Title: Engineer III, R&D Technology
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Director, R&D
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Engineer III, R&D Technology is responsible for research, design, prototyping, and testing. This position requires a very developed technical background with the ability to integrate software, firmware, mechanical, electrical, and imaging technology.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Research
- Evaluate and analyze positive and negative aspects of competing technologies or solutions
- Grow industry expertise through trade show attendance, conference presentations, and peer-reviewed publications
- Generate new research ideas in line with company growth areas
Design
- Conceptualize innovative solutions and exhibit problem-solving skills as needed by projects
- Propose solutions by utilizing proper modeling techniques such as CAD, Monte-Carlo, etc.
- Work with engineering, operations, sales, and product development teams to optimize design approach
- Utilize external software, research, and leverage industry partners as needed
Prototyping
- Implement technology-based solutions for railroad industry including laboratory, trackside, hy-rail, and rail-bound applications
- Implement solutions within constraints of timeline, budget, functionality, and operational parameters
Testing
- Work in local and remote locations including research facilities, field offices, and railroad environments
- Conduct all tests in accordance with company and railroad safety operating procedures
- Assess system performance, prepare written and oral reports, optimize accordingly and make recommendations for future enhancements
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Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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