Project Engineer Job in St. Charles 63301, Missouri Us
American Railcar Industries, Inc., a manufacturer and service provider of railroad freight cars, has an immediate opportunity at our Headquarter Office in historic St. Charles, MO for a Project Engineer. The product engineering group is responsible for coordinating the design and manufacturing of freight cars and parts from start to finish. This position reports directly to the Director of Tank Car Engineering.
Primary responsibilities include:
· Coordinate with internal and external customers, including Sales, Manufacturing Purchase groups to transform customer expectations into a cost competitive product.
· Develop and implement manufacturable, cost effective 2-D and 3-D designs meeting customer, government, and industrial requirements utilizing CADD software system such as Siemens NX and Ideas.
· Troubleshoot problems, perform root cause analysis, and develop and implement corrective and preventative action plans.
· Research AAR, FRA and other regulatory requirements to ensure the conformance of design of freight cars and components.
· Work closely with Government Regulatory Agencies and Industry Groups to actively aid in shaping the future of the industry.
· Work closely with manufacturing personnel using lean manufacturing and quality principles (Six Sigma training, a plus) to reduce waste, increase product quality and/or increase labor efficiency.
Job Requirements:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum of 3 years experience in Engineering.
Working knowledge of engineering 3D CADD software.
Experience with the design of heavy steel welded products, a plus.
Reliability analysis engineering experience, a plus.
ARI values technological advancement and innovation (development of prototypes and the testing thereof) and as a result, encourages the product engineering group to devote a significant amount of work hours on projects relevant to the progression of the rail industry.
Work Environment Physical Demands
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ARI offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits including a 401K plan and Educational Assistance.
*Interested and qualified parties should send their resume to HR@americanrailcar.com .
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