Principal Engineer
Company: Plasser American Corp
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Some see the railway as transportation, while at Plasser
American we see it as transformation. The story of how steel tracks
turned the American promise into American progress and forged a
trusted pathway to the possibilities of the future. It's a story
that continues today, an American legacy unfolding mile by mile.
There is a lot riding on those tracks and we know that support,
quality and know-how are all important aspects in staying on
track.That's why the Plasser American tradition begins with a
promise. A promise to do things right. An unapologetic commitment
to quality that makes us the longtime trusted leader in cutting
edge American made innovations for the North American railway. It's
a promise to see things differently to turn ordinary steel into
safer passages. To be a partner that you can count on to engineer
solutions for the challenges of today and for the opportunities of
tomorrow. From research and design, expert manufacturing and
delivering unapparelled services, our customers trust us to keep
them ahead of the curve.Progress is about more than getting from
Point A to Point B. It's knowing you have a trusted foundation to
move you forward toward new possibilities waiting around the
corner. Join Plasser American to become part of our team forging
ahead towards new opportunities in railway maintenance. The railway
is a path to the future, choose this path and apply today. Job
DescriptionAs the Principal Engineer at Plasser American
Corporation (PAC), you will be the fundamental technical expert for
our Engineering Team. This key role will act as the lead engineer
on various customer activities include projects, sales quotes and
customer engagements. This position will work with the Chief
Engineer and Product Management to architect new platforms, new
vehicles, and aftermarket upgrades. Our vision is that this leader
can significantly help PAC transform the North American rail market
and help continue the growth that we are already
experiencing.Location: As Plasser American has just built a
brand-new state of the art office building in Chesapeake, Virginia,
we prefer that the individual join the team in this location. There
is a possibility that PAC may allow for alternative working
arrangements. Position Summary:Plans and formulates engineering
program and organizes project staff according to project
requirements.Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts,
practices, and procedures used in the field of maintenance of way
type of equipment.Designs structures, runs tests, writes reports
and analyses using ANSYS, and collaborates to find a design that
fits all customer criteria set out in the specifications.Layout
design of main structures and other major components for the design
engineer further handling.Guide project personnel in aspects of
projects such as technical studies, product design, preparation of
specifications and technical plans, and product testing.Reviews
product design for compliance with engineering principles, company
standards, and customer contract requirements, and related
specifications.Reviews activities concerned with technical
developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test
problems.Directs integration of technical activities and
products.Provide technical guidance in planning and executing
assigned projects.Evaluates and approves design changes,
specifications, and drawing releases.Recommend new technologies to
improve system performance and reliability. Education: Master's
degree (M. A.) or equivalent; a minimum of ten years related
experience and/or training in the field of mechanical design; or
equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicable
Technical Competencies: Incumbent must have working knowledge and
demonstrated abilities utilizing the below types of software.3D CAD
- Expert LevelPLM - Significant ExperienceMicrosoft OutlookDesign
ReviewMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordE-PLAN - or similarStress
Analysis (ANSYS Preferred)About Plasser American: As part of the
Plasser family brand, which is the largest Maintenance of Way
equipment provider in the world, PAC is a rapidly growing provider
of railway equipment in North America. Continuing for the next few
years, PAC will continue to make significant investments in the
North American Market including a new office building and a
substantial addition to our manufacturing facility. PAC is making
the needed investments to continue its growth trajectory for many
years to come. The next several years will be an exciting time of
transformation. We look to the future to enhance our team and
achieve our goals.PI200906204
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