Test Engineer I

General Description / Purpose

The Engineer I, Test is responsible for developing test plans and conducting tests on mechanical, electrical, & fluid systems under the direction of a senior engineer or manager. Provides engineering support to internal and external customers and performs other tasks as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

• Translate testing requirements into a system design and executing test plans.
• Determine feasibility of modifying existing or designing new equipment considering costs, time limitations, and other technical and economic factors.
• Validate designs through testing and analysis.
• Collaborate with others to clarify requirements and develop solutions.
• Coordinate own testing efforts as well as other engineers and designers to meet production schedules and provide project task estimates and updates to project team.
• Directs and coordinates engineering activities concerned with instrumentation, data acquisition, data analysis, reporting, conclusions, and recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: 0+ years’ experience of testing; familiar with basics of instrumentation and technical report writing.
• 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; Working knowledge of Loram custom software to include IFS and WebFocus.

Prioritized Qualifications

• Licenses/Certification: Six Sigma Yellow Belt.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Autodesk and ERP software; Knowledge of test instrumentation uses and calibration practices for measurement of pressure, strain, temperature, electric power.

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.
• 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 test.
• 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.

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.
• May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
• Up to 20% travel, including international.
• Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Benefits

• 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 $66,600-$96,600.