Omaha Track Equipment, an established Omaha based company, is expanding again!  We are continuing to grow at our New Kansas City, MO Equipment Shop. We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing organization in the fast-paced heavy equipment industry.  If you are looking to learn new skill sets and grow your career in the Maintenance of Way (MOW) industry, we have just the opportunity for you!  

Position Description

Omaha Track Welding is currently seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design engineer to work in the Flash-Butt Welding Department located in Kansas City, Missouri. The Design Engineer will assist in the design of Flash-Butt Welding equipment and provide technical support for the sales, purchasing, and manufacturing departments. This position will be responsible for reinforcing a strong culture of compliance with company policies, manufacturing, and safety procedures, and any applicable outside certification standards.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Coordinate with management to ensure a thorough understanding of engineering project scope, timelines, priorities, resources, and budget requirements.
• Perform engineering analyses, calculations, and develop innovative designs using Auto Desk 2D and Inventor 3D software.
• Perform stress calculations and finite element analysis.
• Ensure technical accuracy of procedures, drawings, installation instructions, product descriptions, and other documentation.
• Support manufacturing and commissioning teams with engineering solutions.
• Communicate technical information with customers and vendors.
• Actively assist in the management of engineering documents and intellectual property.
• Travel to client sites for system installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and training as required
• Make safety a priority consideration with all actions taken.

Minimum Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience is required
• 5 or more years’ experience in Mechanical Design preferred
• Experience with Flash-Butt Welding equipment or other Heavy Equipment is preferred
• A solid background and experience in heavy equipment, railroad industry, technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication skills are highly valued and are preferred
• Must have the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of management & subject matter experts

Benefits offered:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Healthcare Savings Account- HSA
• Company Paid Short-term & Long-term disability, and Life Insurance
• 401K with Match

We look forward to receiving your application!

Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.