Skip to main content
Menu ToggleMenu Hide
  • Client Login
  • Contact
  • Worldwide
    • North America – Loram
    • EMEA – Loram UK Ltd
    • Australia / Asia – Loram Pty Ltd
  • North America
    • Loram Companies
    • Veterans
    • Events
    • Benefits
  • Europe / Middle East
  • Australia / Asia
  • Brasil
  • India
  • Search Jobs
5006

R&D Technology Engineer

Apply

R&D Technology Engineer

Apply
Return to Search Results
Job ID: req5006
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Georgetown, TX, US

Job Title: Engineer I, 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 from home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Engineer I, R&D Technology is responsible for performing research and testing related to R&D projects . 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

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:

0+ 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:

  • Self-starting individual that can work both independently and within team
  • Excellent technical writing skills
  • Energy and enthusiasm

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Engineering internship

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 or 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.

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 $66,600.00 – $81,600.00. 

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.

REV August 2019

Apply
Return to Search Results
Job ID: req5006
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Georgetown, TX, US

DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Engineer I, 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 from home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Engineer I, R&D Technology is responsible for performing research and testing related to R&D projects . 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

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:

0+ 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:

  • Self-starting individual that can work both independently and within team
  • Excellent technical writing skills
  • Energy and enthusiasm

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Engineering internship

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 or 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.

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 $66,600.00 – $81,600.00. 

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.

REV August 2019

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: Engineer I, 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 from home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Engineer I, R&D Technology is responsible for performing research and testing related to R&D projects . 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

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
Apply
RECEIVE JOB ALERTS
Be the first to know about the jobs that are right for you. Set your criteria and sign up now.
Sign In
Join Our Talent Community

Related Jobs

HR Generalist
Hamel, MN
Technical Instructional Designer
Hamel, MN
Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety
Hamel, MN

Related Jobs

No jobs found.

Related Jobs

No jobs found.

Related Jobs

No jobs found.

Related Jobs

No jobs found.
About the area
Find out more about Georgetown, TX
SHARE THIS JOB
  • Share on Facebook
  • Share on Twitter
  • Share on Linkedin
  • Share by Mail

Loram Careers Home Page
  • Company

  • About
  • News
  • Contact Us
  • Employment

  • North America
  • Europe / Middle East
  • Australia / Asia
  • Brasil
  • India

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.

  • 3900 Arrowhead Drive
  • Hamel, MN 55340 USA
  • 1-800-328-1466

Loram is committed to protecting the identity and personal information of any potential employee. Loram applicants will only be contacted by Loram employees with an authentic Loram email address ending in @loram.com. We encourage you to verify the identity of any individual who claims to be a member of the Loram team by confirming the email address is @loram.com with no additional characters or letters. We will never request financial information or a financial commitment as part of the recruitment process. If you have a question about the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Loram, please contact loramrecruiting@loram.com. Reports can be submitted online at www.loram.ethicspoint.com or by calling 1-844-635-4640.

  • © 2024 Loram Maintenance of Way, All rights reserved.
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
0.057339191436768s Specific job #22592972 - https://jobsapi-internal.m-cloud.io/api/job?facet=id:22592972&organization=2090&limit=10
0.048134088516235s Job search - https://jobsapi-internal.m-cloud.io/api/job?Organization=2090&SearchText=&Limit=4&Offset=0&SortField=open_date&SortOrder=descending&Facet%5B%5D=primary_category%3ACorporate&Facet%5B%5D=business_unit%3ANorth+America&Facet%5B%5D=ats_portalid%3ACSOD%7EUK+Manual%7EIN+Manual%7ELPL+Manual%7EBR+Manual
0.047478914260864s Job search - https://jobsapi-internal.m-cloud.io/api/job?Organization=2090&SearchText=&Limit=4&Offset=0&SortField=open_date&SortOrder=descending&Facet%5B%5D=primary_category%3ACorporate&Facet%5B%5D=business_unit%3AEurope+%2F+Middle+East&Facet%5B%5D=ats_portalid%3ACSOD%7EUK+Manual%7EIN+Manual%7ELPL+Manual%7EBR+Manual
0.03907299041748s Job search - https://jobsapi-internal.m-cloud.io/api/job?Organization=2090&SearchText=&Limit=4&Offset=0&SortField=open_date&SortOrder=descending&Facet%5B%5D=primary_category%3ACorporate&Facet%5B%5D=business_unit%3AIndia&Facet%5B%5D=ats_portalid%3ACSOD%7EUK+Manual%7EIN+Manual%7ELPL+Manual%7EBR+Manual
0.041369915008545s Job search - https://jobsapi-internal.m-cloud.io/api/job?Organization=2090&SearchText=&Limit=4&Offset=0&SortField=open_date&SortOrder=descending&Facet%5B%5D=primary_category%3ACorporate&Facet%5B%5D=business_unit%3AAustralia+%2F+Asia&Facet%5B%5D=ats_portalid%3ACSOD%7EUK+Manual%7EIN+Manual%7ELPL+Manual%7EBR+Manual
0.070125102996826s Job search - https://jobsapi-internal.m-cloud.io/api/job?Organization=2090&SearchText=&Limit=4&Offset=0&SortField=open_date&SortOrder=descending&Facet%5B%5D=primary_category%3ACorporate&Facet%5B%5D=business_unit%3ABrasil&Facet%5B%5D=ats_portalid%3ACSOD%7EUK+Manual%7EIN+Manual%7ELPL+Manual%7EBR+Manual
By continuing to use the jobs.loram.com website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with our Cookies Policy.Continue
Scroll to top