Job ID: req4965
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Georgetown, TX, US
Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Intern
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Engineering Manager
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
A Mechanical Engineering Intern will work in the Mechanical group performing Mechanical Design tasks for custom railroad maintenance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assists in product or system design under the direct guidance of another engineer or designer.
- Help determine feasibility of designing equipment or modifying existing equipment considering costs, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors.
- Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine possible design improvements.
- Confers with research and other engineering personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develop/modify designs as required.
- Prepares product or system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
- Prepares and compiles necessary calculations to support product designs.
- Assists with machine or systems tests and compiles and organizes data.
- Analyzes test data and reports to help determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
- Perform engineering duties and subtasks in area of discipline of low complexity for a project or projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Pursuing Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience: Achieved junior status or higher. The individual shall also have completed the “core” coursework for his/her chosen discipline.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- The individual will learn and abide by established design practices and procedures to complete assignments.
- Ability and willingness to learn the necessary design tools as required for area of discipline. (Inventor, Autocad 2D/3D, Solid Modeling, Finite Element Analysis, Promise, etc.)
- Ability and willingness to learn application and integration design skills in area of discipline.
- This is an intern level position that requires close supervision with little to no independent work.
- Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations as relative to engineering practices. Requires the ability to produce mathematical models and equations to support designs and solve these mathematical problems using algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.
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.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
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.
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 $23.50 to $24.50
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Job ID: req4965
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Georgetown, TX, US
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Intern
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Engineering Manager
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
A Mechanical Engineering Intern will work in the Mechanical group performing Mechanical Design tasks for custom railroad maintenance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assists in product or system design under the direct guidance of another engineer or designer.
- Help determine feasibility of designing equipment or modifying existing equipment considering costs, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors.
- Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine possible design improvements.
- Confers with research and other engineering personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develop/modify designs as required.
- Prepares product or system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
- Prepares and compiles necessary calculations to support product designs.
- Assists with machine or systems tests and compiles and organizes data.
- Analyzes test data and reports to help determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
- Perform engineering duties and subtasks in area of discipline of low complexity for a project or projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Pursuing Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience: Achieved junior status or higher. The individual shall also have completed the “core” coursework for his/her chosen discipline.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- The individual will learn and abide by established design practices and procedures to complete assignments.
- Ability and willingness to learn the necessary design tools as required for area of discipline. (Inventor, Autocad 2D/3D, Solid Modeling, Finite Element Analysis, Promise, etc.)
- Ability and willingness to learn application and integration design skills in area of discipline.
- This is an intern level position that requires close supervision with little to no independent work.
- Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations as relative to engineering practices. Requires the ability to produce mathematical models and equations to support designs and solve these mathematical problems using algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.
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.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
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.
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 $23.50 to $24.50
REV August 2024
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ABOUT
Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is a global leader in track maintenance technology, services, and solutions for the railway industry. For over 70 years, Loram has delivered industry-leading innovation through cutting-edge rail grinding, ballast maintenance, and inspection systems — ensuring safer, more reliable, and cost-effective rail operations for customers worldwide.
Headquartered in Hamel, Minnesota, Loram operates in multiple locations across North America and supports Class I, regional, and commuter railroads with a full suite of services. Loram is known for its strong engineering culture, commitment to safety, and dedication to improving the performance of rail infrastructure through advanced technology and field-proven expertise.
Join a company that moves the world — and builds the future of rail.
Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Intern
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Engineering Manager
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
A Mechanical Engineering Intern will work in the Mechanical group performing Mechanical Design tasks for custom railroad maintenance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assists in product or system design under the direct guidance of another engineer or designer.
- Help determine feasibility of designing equipment or modifying existing equipment considering costs, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors.
- Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine possible design improvements.
- Confers with research and other engineering personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develop/modify designs as required.
- Prepares product or system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
- Prepares and compiles necessary calculations to support product designs.
- Assists with machine or systems tests and compiles and organizes data.
- Analyzes test data and reports to help determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
- Perform engineering duties and subtasks in area of discipline of low complexity for a project or projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
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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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