What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer III position at Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.?
Job Title: Engineer III, Electrical
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Engineering Manager, Electrical
Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work remote! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Engineer III, Electrical is responsible for leading all technical aspects of designing and developing complete electromechanical systems for railroad maintenance of way equipment. They lead the development of the complete electrical system providing technical direction to junior engineers, designers and drafters. Provides engineering support to internal and external customers and performs other tasks as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Functional & Technical Skills
- Translate requirements into a system architecture and detailed design. Provide input to machine concept development and prepare time and scope estimates for design of new projects.
- Design and integrate industrial automation and control systems including PLC controls, motor controls, and general machine controls.
- Determine feasibility of modifying existing or designing new equipment considering costs, time limitations, and other technical and economic factors.
- Validate designs through analysis and testing.
- Develop and ensure standardization and best practices for design methods and documentation.
Operational Excellence
- Coordinate own design efforts as well as other engineers and designers to meet production schedules and provide project task estimates and updates to project team.
- Research, test and recommend new and emerging technologies and processes for systems and components.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
- Courageous Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Planning and Organizing
- Values Based
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: BS in Electrical Engineering
Experience: 5 years’ experience in developing and maintaining electromechanical system designs.
Licenses/Certifications: Obtain and maintain railroad safety training and credentials
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of business software including MS Office suite.
- Develop detailed schematics and design documentation specifications and drawings
- Collaborate with others to clarify requirements and develop solutions.
- Lead design reviews consisting of multi-disciplined and cross functional team members.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: MS in Electrical Engineering
Experience: 5 years’ experience in the following:
- 480VAC power generation and distribution
- Engine/generator controls
- Industrial automation and controls systems
- Machine PLC and HMI Controls programming
- Electrical traction systems (DC & AC)
- Motor controls and variable speed drives
- Directing individual or small teams of engineers and designers
Licenses/Certifications: Professional Engineering (PE) License
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Six Sigma Green Belt training or certification
- Knowledge in Autodesk Electrical and ERP software
- Knowledge in Rockwell Automation software
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
- Up to 5% travel, including international
- 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 proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
REV July 2024
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