Rail Systems Engineering Intern — Automation & Data

Knorr Bremse Group; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Knorr-Bremse Group's NYAB division is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern for the 2027 summer term. The role covers software, data analysis and onboard hardware responsibilities, reporting to the Manager, Sales and Systems Engineering, with end-to-end deliverables.

As an intern, you will develop automation scripts for Linux, extend the test automation harness, diagnose defects, deploy web apps and VM environments, and assist with onboard hardware preparation and documentation.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited BS or MS program in a related engineering/computer field with at least two years completed by start of term.
• Demonstrable capability in at least one scripting or programming language (Python preferred).
• Proficient use of Unix/Linux environments and the command line.
• Data analysis capability using Excel, Python, MATLAB or equivalent.
• Use of Microsoft Office for communication and documentation.
• Ability to carry an assigned task to completion and overcome impediments.

Responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of automation scripts supporting engineering systems on Linux hosts.
• Extension of the test automation harness, run regression campaigns across projects, and produce reports.
• Diagnosis and correction of defects in tools for data accuracy, unit conversion and visualization.
• Deployment and configuration of engineering web applications and virtual machine environments.
• Preparation and commissioning of onboard LEADER hardware if needed.
• Analysis of locomotive data to support incident investigations and product performance review.
• Preparation of design and hand-over documentation for internal reviews.

Skills

Python

Unix/Linux

Data analysis

Excel

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Perforce

Jenkins

Job description

Knorr-Bremse Group's NYAB division is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern for the 2027 summer term. The role covers software, data analysis and onboard hardware responsibilities, reporting to the Manager, Sales and Systems Engineering, with end-to-end deliverables.

As an intern, you will develop automation scripts for Linux, extend the test automation harness, diagnose defects, deploy web apps and VM environments, and assist with onboard hardware preparation and documentation.