R&D Engineer

Loram Maintenance of Way; Georgetown (AL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work days

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way is seeking an Engineer I, R&D Technology to perform research and testing across multidisciplinary systems, integrating software, firmware, mechanical, electrical, and imaging domains.

The role requires a foundational engineering degree and a willingness to learn new tools, with travel to facilities and railroad environments. A flexible work policy provides up to 30 work-from-home days annually, with safety-focused duties and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering field.
• 0+ years of experience and ability to learn various computer operating systems, programming languages, and data analysis software.
• Maintain Railroad Certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and testing for R&D projects.
• Evaluate technologies and generate reports on findings.
• Work in various locations including research facilities, field offices, and railroad environments.
• Assist with safety procedures and document results.

Skills

Self-starting

Technical writing

Energy

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Engineer I, R&D Technology

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Director, R&D

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Engineer I, R&D Technology is responsible for performing research and testing related to R&D projects . This position requires a very developed technical background with the ability to integrate software, firmware, mechanical, electrical, and imaging technology.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Research

• Evaluate and analyze positive and negative aspects of competing technologies or solutions
• Grow industry expertise through trade show attendance, conference presentations, and peer-reviewed publications
• Generate new research ideas in line with company growth areas

Testing

• Work in local and remote locations including research facilities, field offices, and railroad environments
• Conduct all tests in accordance with company and railroad safety operating procedures
• Assess system performance, prepare written and oral reports, optimize accordingly and make recommendations for future enhancements

Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 30 work days annually to work from home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree in engineering field

Experience:

0+ years of experience and ability to learn various computer operating systems, computer programming languages and environments, and data analysis software used in nuclear, electrical, and mechanical engineering fields.

Licenses/Certifications: Maintain Railroad Certifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Self-starting individual that can work both independently and within team
• Excellent technical writing skills
• Energy and enthusiasm

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Engineering internship

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. 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.

• 25% travel including domestic or international, using any method of transportation.
• Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning.
• Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
• Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell.
• Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

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:

• 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
• leaves of absence
• tuition reimbursement
• payroll charity contributions
• adoption assistance
• 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.