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About the Role

The Designer – Engineering is responsible for performing design work under the supervision of a Sr. Designer, Design Lead, and/or Project Lead. This role produces manufacturing/customer drawings and Bills of Material for the company's products using designated CAD/CAM software and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Abide by all customer and Nortrak safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure design specifications meet customer and Nortrak safety standards.
• Produce practical designs, BOMs, and ITPs for tooling and Nortrak products.
• Work with a high degree of accuracy based on application, manufacturing, service requirements, and standards.
• Stay current with company manufacturing processes and product/industry knowledge.
• Work closely with Manufacturing to address design/manufacturability issues.
• Assist in creating Customer Request for Information (RFI) to clarify project details.
• Assist in creating customer submittals for projects.
• Update and revise drawings and BOMs as needed.
• Check own work for accuracy before submitting for official checking.
• Maximize utilization of time to complete projects accurately and meet commitment dates.
• Create project pre-orders and long lead time items to meet project delivery dates.
• Understand and meet due dates for assigned tasks.
• Contribute to project milestones.
• Work within established practices and defined scope of work.
• Cooperate with management to produce designs efficiently and on budget.
• Understand budgeted hours per assigned task.
• Share information with and encourage team members.
• Develop close working relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Assist production with technical questions, support, guidance, and problem-solving.
• Work closely with more senior staff on projects of minimal complexity.
• Work under close supervision.
• Adhere to Nortrak's Environmental Procedures, Practices, and Policies.

Requirements

• Post-Secondary education with a diploma or degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline.
• Three to five years of experience in the engineering field.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of materials and casting processes related to the company’s manufactured products.
• Detailed knowledge in CAD, preferably NX and MicroStation.
• SAP knowledge would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate strong and effective verbal and communication skills.
• Must be able to work as a project team member.
• Able to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in an efficient manner.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Familiar with Siemens Teamcenter and SAP would be an asset.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking for scheduled shift.
• Must remain stationary for extended periods and move throughout the building to access files.
• Must work effectively in a noisy environment.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or objects up to 20-25 pounds occasionally.
• Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for dialing phones and using a computer mouse.

Skills

• MicroStation
• SolidWorks
• NX
• SAP
• Siemens Teamcenter

Location

• Chicago Heights, Illinois

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 3-5 years

Education Level

• Post-Secondary diploma or degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline

Salary/Compensations

• $60,000/year - $80,000/year

Benefits

• A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture.
• An environment where Health and Safety is the #1 priority.
• Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression.
• Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits.
• Company paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Recognition Programs.

About the Company

• voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork with a legacy spanning 160 years.
• As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems global network, we deliver quality products and services including rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions.
• We operate across Canada, the US, and Mexico, prioritizing people, global mobility, sustainability, and innovation.
• Our people are the foundation of our success, shaping our culture with core values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity.
• voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is a subsidiary of voestalpine AG, one of Europe’s premier steel producers with over 50,000 employees worldwide.
• Nortrak is closely affiliated with voestalpine’s Railway Systems group, operating in 21 countries globally to provide cutting-edge system-based solutions to railroads and transits.

Equal Opportunity

• voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications.