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DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Engineer IV, Product
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Chief Engineer or Engineering Manager, Product Development
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: The Engineer IV, Product is responsible for directing and coordinating activities involving Loram products, including all technical aspects of the products from concept to through validation, including long term product vision and strategic prioritization to develop, market, and support Loram products. This role is also responsible for leading developing and maintaining equipment design and generating equipment proposals of high complexity. Collaborates actively with Chief Engineer and cross functional team to determine direction.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Strategic and Functional - Establish and manage product vision of assigned products; develop machine specifications for target markets based on customer and market requirements. Establish priorities and long-range plan for assigned product line developments.
- Drive process improvement within engineering and cross-functionally for assigned business priorities
- Justify product and performance improvements with return on investment reasoning and calculations.
- Generate and direct CAD concept layouts of high complexity to assist with proposals and Chief Engineer product vision.
- Create product configuration architecture and manage assigned product options, variants, and standard components.
Technical Leadership - Lead and direct engineering proposal activities of moderate to high complexity, including technical specification response and sign-off, scope of work creation, project definition creation, and configuration selection, compliance, and certification planning.
- Lead the technical aspect of assigned products and manage from concept through validation. Provide leadership and technical guidance in alignment with established product vision to the cross functional engineering teams of production, current products, and new product development.
- Actively mentor engineering staff in technical knowledge, application, and processes.
- Drive for results through reaching consensus, influencing peers, and holding others accountable to meet expectations.
Communication - Develop presentations and communicate product development strategies to ensure Loram's leadership is aware of product accomplishments and future needs.
- Establish effective cross-functional, internal, and external relationships that improve and promote Loram products and services.
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
Experience: 7+ years of experience supporting development of equipment design and generating equipment proposals.
Licenses/Certifications: Obtain and maintain railroad safety training and credentials
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Working knowledge of business software including MS Office suite.
- Possess advanced understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control systems for assigned product lines.
- Possess in depth understanding of global railway regulations. Establish compliance strategies to guide to guide product vision, proposal generation, and production execution.
- Possess understanding of market requirements and competing technologies and direct the implementation of product improvements, product line extensions, and technical services.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Advanced Degree in Engineering or Business
Experience: 7+ years' experience with Heavy Equipment Design and product line development with multi-discipline engineering integration. Experience with proposal generation, project scoping and definition, and cost estimation. Experience directing individual or small teams of engineers and designers.
Licenses/Certification: Six Sigma Green or Black Belt and/or PE
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Autodesk and ERP software
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.
- All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug. 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
- 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
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.
The pay range for this position is between $125,850-$188,850
This post is also available in: Portuguese (Brazil)
ABOUTLoram 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.
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