Electrical Engineer - Hamel, MN or Georgetown, TX

Job Title: Engineer I, Electrical

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager, Electrical

Location: Hamel, MN or Georgetown, TX

This position requires travel between Georgetown, TX and Hamel, MN during the first year of employment, with up to 25% travel expected. This travel is essential to support a comprehensive onboarding process, hands-on technical training, and an accelerated learning curve. It also provides valuable opportunities to build strong relationships within the Electrical team and enhance cross-functional collaboration with other business units at Loram. All necessary travel and lodging expenses will be reimbursed by the company in accordance with our travel policy.

Flex Work Eligible! This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days annually to work home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first year based on start date. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Engineer I, Electrical is responsible for developing and maintaining electromechanical system designs under the direction of a senior engineer or manager. They provide direction to designers and drafters regarding the documentation of their designs. 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.
• 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

Operational Excellence

• Coordinate own design efforts to meet production schedules and provide project task estimates and updates to project team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: BS in Electrical Engineering

Experience: 0+ 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: 0+ 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

Licenses/Certifications: EIT

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in Autodesk and ERP software

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
• 25% travel the first year and Up to 5% travel, including international going forward
• 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

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:

Benefits for this role include a 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.