Leading global provider of railway track maintenance services and equipment.
Design and support Loram products from concept through validation
7 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Hamel, MN
Office Full-Time
Company Size
934 Employees
Service Specialisms
Track Maintenance
Railroad Equipment
Rail Grinding
Geotechnical Services
Asset Management
Railway Inspection
Train Control Systems
Railroad Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Rail Maintenance
Rail Grinding
Ballast Cleaning
Drainage Maintenance
Rail Handling
Track Inspection
Geotechnical Services
Friction Management
Role
Description
process improvement
config architecture
cad layouts
tech review
proposal lead
roi analysis
Support process improvement between engineering disciplines.
Assist in development of product configuration architecture for various options, variants, and standard components.
Generate CAD concept layouts of moderate complexity to assist with proposals and Chief Engineer product vision.
Review competing technologies and implement product improvements and product line extensions.
Provide technical guidance in alignment with established product vision to cross functional engineering teams to support production, product support, and new product development.
Establish effective cross-functional relationships that improve and promote Loram products and services.
Lead engineering proposal activities of low to moderate complexity, including supporting technical specification compliance responses, scope of work creation, project definition creation, and configuration selection.
Support product and performance improvements with return on investment reasoning and calculations.
Support Chief Engineering team in establishing and managing product vision; drive design requirements and competitive differentiators to satisfy market requirements.
Requirements
plc
hmi
autodesk
erp
ms office
regulations
Able to correctly interpret global railway regulations in order to support product vision, proposal generation, and production activities.
Experience defining SW/Control system requirements - PLC's, HMI - front-end user, not designer
Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment
Working knowledge of business software including MS Office suite.
Up to 10% travel, including international
Autodesk and ERP software
May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
Possess basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control systems for assigned product lines.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1954
Year Established
The company was established in 1954 as a ballast-cleaning contractor.
98% reliability
Fleet Reliability
The company maintains a highly reliable fleet with 98% operational uptime.
Hundreds of millions in revenue
Annual Revenue
Generates hundreds of millions of dollars annually through various service offerings.
27 countries
Global Presence
Serves clients in over 27 countries with advanced rail maintenance solutions.
Revolutionized track maintenance by automating ballast cleaning.
Expanded into rail grinding, inspection, geotechnical services, friction management, and OEM equipment manufacturing over decades.
Operates advanced computer-guided grinders for rail grinding and inspection worldwide.
Projects include deep ballast cleaning, rail profile restoration, material handling, and structural monitoring.
Introduced Railvac trench-cleaning cars and data-driven digital inspection platforms in the 2000s.
Absorbed Rail Vehicle Engineering in 2016, creating Loram UK for heavy overhaul and rolling-stock services.
Grinding trains feature built-in firefighting systems and on-site crew accommodations.
Culture + Values
Safety is our top priority.
Integrity is fundamental to our business.
We are committed to delivering value to our customers.
Innovation drives continuous improvement.
We strive for operational excellence.
We value our employees and encourage personal and professional growth.
Collaboration and teamwork enable our success.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Target
Net-Zero Emissions Goal
The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, demonstrating a strong commitment to addressing climate change.
Committed to reducing its environmental impact.
Focuses on energy efficiency, resource conservation, and waste reduction in operations.
Implements sustainable practices in product design and manufacturing.
Works with customers to enhance the environmental performance of railroads.
Inclusion & Diversity
Fosters a culture of inclusivity and respect for all employees.
Supports diverse talent recruitment and development.
Encourages diverse perspectives to drive innovation and collaboration.