Electrical Engineer I
Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.
Posted 15 Nov 2026, 05:29 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
- Must know
- System designPLCMicrosoft Office
- Work
- On-site in Hamel
- Pay
- $66.6K–$96.6K a year
- Skill demand
- Microsoft Office19%System design12%PLC7%of 149 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 15, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Engineer I, Electrical is responsible for developing and maintaining electromechanical system designs under the direction of a senior engineer or manager. They provide direction to designers and drafters regarding the documentation of their designs. Provides engineering support to internal and external customers and performs other tasks as assigned. This position is located in Hamel, MN or Georgetown, TX.
Key Responsibilities
- Translate requirements into a system architecture and detailed design.
- Design and integrate industrial automation and control systems including PLC controls, motor controls, and general machine controls.
- Determine feasibility of modifying existing or designing new equipment considering costs, time limitations, and other technical and economic factors.
- Validate designs through analysis and testing.
- Coordinate own design efforts to meet production schedules and provide project task estimates and updates to project team.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- BS in Electrical Engineering
- 0+ years experience in developing and maintaining electromechanical system designs.
- Ability to obtain and maintain railroad safety training and credentials.
- Working knowledge of business software including MS Office suite.
- Ability to collaborate with others to clarify requirements and develop solutions.
- Ability to lead design reviews consisting of multi-disciplined and cross-functional team members.
- This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
- The pay range for this position is between $66,600-$96,600.
Preferred Qualifications
- MS in Electrical Engineering
- 0+ years experience in:
- 480VAC power generation and distribution
- Engine/generator controls
- Industrial automation and controls systems
- Electrical traction systems (DC & AC)
- Motor controls and variable speed drives
- EIT certification.
- Knowledge in Autodesk and ERP software.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Subject’s name must correspond to their Social Security number and date of birth.
- Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified.
- Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified.
- All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.
- Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing.
- Corporate non-safety applicants are subject to drug test.