Job description

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.

Herzog Railroad Services, Inc. is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer II in St. Joseph, MO to join our team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.

• Establish the methodologies for product and process design improvements for both internal and external customers
• Create Herzog standards for panels and electrical build processes across the organization.
• Ensure On-line diagrams are created and utilized properly.
• Ensure as-build drawings are completed for all R&D projects.
• Design and continuously improve electrical connectors and routing of wire harnesses.
• Work with the engineering team on fittings, valves, filters and hose routing for hydraulic systems.
• Capture and articulate the project requirements in collaboration with respective project teams (e.g. financial(s); timelines; deliverables; milestones; etc.)
• Work with controls engineers to design/specify controls hardware
• Develop Quality Control system / checks for electrical and other aspects of R&D projects.
• Utilize background knowledge of mobile equipment powertrain, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical components and systems to solve problems
• Create system layout drawings, schematics, and installation instructions
• Foster collaboration amongst broader technical teams across Herzog
• Lead, participate, assist with engineering initiatives ranging from new capabilities to new products to application solutions, through launch and full commercialization
• Ensure that effective project controls are in place to monitor project or program performance
• Provide regular status to key stakeholders
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or higher required, or equivalent experience.
• Must have 3 years of experience in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field
• Experience in railroad or heavy equipment industries is preferred
• Experience with CoDeSys or similar platforms is preferred
• Experience with CAN protocols (J1939, CANopen, etc) is a plus
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Vault, and 3D modeling is a plus
• Must be motivated individual with strong analytical, problem solving, and root cause analysis skills. Logical, process-oriented thinker
• Must possess a demonstrated understanding of motion controls, instruments and instrumentation
• Experience troubleshooting Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and other electro-mechanical systems
• Must have ability to work on multiple, time-critical projects simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written communication required, including presentation of complex data in easily understood ways and strong data visualization skills
• Ability to confidently interact at multiple levels in the organization and lead cross-departmental team projects as required.
• A natural curiosity about technology is a bonus.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Excel (including creation of charts, functions, tables, macros, pivot tables and pivot charts)
• Solid organization, detail-oriented and capable of self-managing
• Very good documentation skills (i.e. roles and responsibilities, stakeholder analysis, project plans, status reporting).
• Ability to articulate, manage and mitigate risks and issues to successful resolution

Travel Requirements:

• Willing to travel to unique geographies in North America. The railroad is everywhere!

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Pass and maintain e-RAILSAFE pre-employment background check and safety certification.
• Subject to motor vehicle report review.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
• Pass pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times.

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• Requires walking or standing to a significant degree: or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls.
• Must be physically able to climb onto heavy equipment, railcars, and otherwise – unconventional office environment.

Safety:

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.

Benefits:

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog:

Led by our beliefs and executed through our behaviors, at Herzog we build upon each other’s contributions by collaborating to make great things possible.

When you join Herzog, we give you the ability and authority to do the same. We will help you take charge of your 20 square feet in a manner that will facilitate your growth and advancement as a person, as a member of our professional family and in your career.

If you are interested in joining our team, click the Apply button below to start an application.

It is the policy of Herzog Railroad Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

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