Electrical Engineer III

Job Title: Engineer III, Electrical

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager, Electrical

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.

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.
• 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
  • Electrical traction systems (DC & AC)
  • Motor controls and variable speed drives
  • Directing individual or small teams of engineers and designers

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Six Sigma Green and PE

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in Autodesk and ERP software

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires successful completion of:

• The subjects 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