Intern, IXL Application Design Engineer

Knorr Bremse Group; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Short‑term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Identity theft protection

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

KB Signaling Inc. is seeking an IXL Application Design Engineer Intern to support the design and development of rail signaling applications. You will gain hands-on experience with CAD tools, logic conversion, and plan design, working closely with experienced engineers on real-world projects.

You'll contribute to VHLC to ELIXS logic translation, assist in adapting location plans, and learn standard application logic development in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD.
• Basic understanding of logic systems and control applications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured instructions.

Responsibilities

• CAD Updates: perform minor revisions to existing plan sets using CAD software.
• CAD Quality Checks: verify engineer markups against final CAD outputs for accuracy.
• Logic Conversion: translate VHLC logic into ELIXS logic using structured work instructions.
• Plan Design: modify typical location plans to meet project requirements and contribute to plan development.
• Logic Development: adapt standard logic sets for new locations and support basic application logic creation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

KB Signaling delivers unparalleled end-to-end wayside and onboard conventional signaling Control, Command, and Signaling (CCS) platforms and solutions. A trailblazer, we are driven to provide the best solutions for improved safety, performance, and lower overall operating cost for today’s transit and freight railway systems and operators in North America and beyond. Our team is fueled by innovation and grounded in solid values, like giving back to the communities where we do business and embracing sustainability to help protect our planet. KB Signaling is part of a global, high-tech company that will challenge you and help you grow. Discover your potential.

On-site

Position Summary

As an IXL Application Design Engineer Intern, you will support the engineering team in the design and development of rail signaling applications. This internship offers hands-on experience with CAD tools, application logic conversion, and plan design, contributing directly to real-world projects. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and gain exposure to industry-standard processes and tools.

Key Responsibilities

• CAD Updates: Perform minor revisions to existing plan sets using CAD software.
• CAD Quality Checks: Review and verify engineer markups against final CAD outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Logic Conversion: Translate VHLC logic into ELIXS logic using structured work instructions for VHLC replacement projects.
• Plan Design: Modify typical location plans to meet specific project requirements, contributing to basic book of plan development.
• Logic Development: Adapt standard logic sets for new locations, supporting basic application logic creation.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field. Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD). Basic understanding of logic systems and control applications. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured instructions. Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Health Benefits, including Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision and Virtual visits
• Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary life, Disability, and other Supplemental coverages
• Identity Theft and Legal Protection benefits
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Personal Paid Time Off
• Company-paid holidays

KB Signaling Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.