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Job Description

Job Title: Engineer I, Test

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Manager, Engineering Product Support

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE

• The Engineer I, Test is responsible for developing test plans and conducting tests on mechanical, electrical, & fluid systems under the direction of a senior engineer or manager. Provides engineering support to internal and external customers and performs other tasks as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operational Excellence
• Translate testing requirements into a system design and executing test plans.
• Determine feasibility of modifying existing or designing new equipment considering costs, time limitations, and other technical and economic factors.
• Validate designs through testing and analysis.
• Collaboration
• Coordinate own testing efforts as well as other engineers and designers to meet production schedules and provide project task estimates and updates to project team.
• Directs and coordinates engineering activities concerned with instrumentation, data acquisition, data analysis, reporting, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Experience: 0+ years’ experience of testing; familiar with basics of instrumentation and technical report writing.

Licenses/Certifications: Obtain and maintain railroad safety training and credentials

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of business software including MS Office suite.
• Collaborate with others to clarify requirements and develop solutions.
• Working knowledge of Loram custom software to include IFS and WebFocus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Licenses/Certification: Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Autodesk and ERP software
• Knowledge of test instrumentation uses and calibration practices for measurement of pressure, strain, temperature, electric power.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

This position requires successful completion of

• The subject’s name must correspond to their Social Security number and date of birth.
• A nationwide, federal, and state criminal background check will be conducted. Up to a seven-year history will be considered, including incarceration or court supervision. Findings will be reviewed relative to the position requirements.
• Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.
• Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will be conducted upon hire and annually thereafter in accordance with Loram’s Driving Policy.
• All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy. Corporate non safety applicants are subject to drug test.
• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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
• Up to 20% travel, including international
• Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment
• Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.

Benefits

• 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.

Compensation

• 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.

Country - ORG: United States

Compensation: USD 66600 - USD 81600 - yearly