Engineer - Vehicle Track Interaction

Overview:

Under the supervision of the Engineering Resource Manager and various project managers, the Vehicle Track Interaction (VTI) Engineer provides professional engineering support and assistance on projects for various customers, including FRA, AAR, member railroads, and commercial clients. The ideal candidate will perform essential engineering tasks across all phases of testing and research projects, including literature review support, experimental and simulation design, test planning, laboratory and field testing, data collection, data analysis, and communication of results and recommendations. In performing these tasks, the candidate must communicate amongst diverse project teams, project managers, and program managers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing engineering support functions as assigned, including the following:
• Analyzing both test and simulation work.
• Writing test plans.
• Conducting tests and simulations as required.
• Writing technical reports for tests and projects.
• Preparing technical presentation materials/slides.
• Communicating regularly with project team members to support the work.
• Must understand and adhere to the budget, schedule, and scope of work for assigned projects.
• Work closely with other MxV Rail employees to ensure the highest quality work product is delivered to customers.
• Responsible for quality, timeliness, and completeness of assignments.
• Learn and run a suite of MxV Rail-developed software (i.e., NUCARS, TOES, Multivu, etc.).
• Promote teamwork and continuous quality improvement.
• Act as backup to and support other engineers or project managers as needed.
• Interface with customers as requested.
• Ensure that all duties and responsibilities are performed safely.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Open to learning and living the MxV Rail values (Momentum, Insight, Teamwork, Rigor, Purpose) in all facets of the organization's work.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, or another technical degree with equivalent experience.
• Entry-level to two years of related experience.
• Colorado Class "R" Driver's License (or equivalent).
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Experience in technical paper and presentation preparation through work experience or university coursework.
• Must be computer-oriented and have demonstrable computer skills.
• Experience in physical experiments, including planning and coordination with an experiment team.
• Proficient in using MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of the design of experiments and data collection (either through work experience or university coursework).
• Must be able to read data, interpret results, and demonstrate good analytical capabilities.
• Experience in data analysis, either through work experience or university coursework.
• Working knowledge of data analysis and dynamic modeling software packages.
• Dynamics background, either through work experience or university coursework.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or computer-aided design software.
• Have the ability to travel as needed for project support.
• Possess the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Be willing to contribute to hands-on fieldwork to support projects in person.
• MxV Rail policy requires all prospective employees to complete a criminal background check (Disclosure for Consumer Reports Consent Form) and a pre-employment substance abuse screening (Applicant Consent for Drug Testing Form) as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Engineering or related field.

• Three-plus years of related experience.

• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Experience in the following:

• Multibody dynamics analysis.

• Using rail vehicle-track interaction software such as NUCARS, Simpack, or Vampire.

• Finite Element Analysis.

• Transducer, digital data acquisition, and data analysis experience.

Working Environment and Level of Physical Activity:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Environment: Office and field environments. Must be able to walk in an industrial and/or railroad environment, including uneven surfaces such as ballast.
• Physical: Work may infrequently require standing and/or walking for long periods. Lifting, pulling, and/or pushing of items (seldom more than 40 pounds) is infrequent.
• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents.
• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Travel: Travel will be required to support industry events and outreach, and it is estimated to be 15%.
• Work Location: Headquarters is located in Pueblo, Colorado, and the candidate must live in Colorado and be able to work on-site as required.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, Dental, Life, and Vision Insurance
• Railroad Retirement
• 401(k) Program with Company Match
• AAR Pension Plan
• Life Insurance (life, accident, or disability insurance)
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Incentive Compensation Program
• Fortnight Schedule
• Hybrid Work
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program

Salary Range: $67,096 - $69,780 DOQ

About MxV Rail:

Located near the foot of the beautiful Rocky Mountain Front Range, MxV Rail is the world's premier rail advisory because we have the expertise to keep our industry moving forward. Toward safer equipment and people. More transformative technology. Toward more efficient operations and fewer emissions. We are called MxV Rail because it is the formula for momentum, and that's what we deliver. We advance our industry, our clients, and the best ideas. We help set the standards and solve immediate and long-standing challenges. We put breakthrough technologies to the test and train first responders how to do things right when things go wrong. In partnership, we safely experiment, learn, adapt, and advance, so our clients can thrive.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.