Project Engineer

TrinityRail is seeking a talented and driven Project Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team in Dallas, Texas. In this role you will play a critical part in shaping the future of rail transportation by designing innovative TrinityRail products and specifying the components that bring them to life.


Join Our team today and be a part of Delivering Goods for the Good of All!


What you'll do:


Design and develop products, processes, systems, services or scientific applications using broad engineering concepts and research techniques
Facilitate transition of product design and enhancement to full production/delivery
Evaluate designs and products for compliance with regulatory and contractual standards in terms of material, stability and performance
Collect and analyze functional requirements of proposed products
Refine concepts, design products, plan project scope, determine and maintain schedules
Serve as project leader for production of layouts, specifications, prototype build drawings and bill of materials within timeframes needed to meet production schedules
Direct functional activities to drafters or drafting teams
Provide technical services to internal divisions, plant managers and teams in sales, engineering and manufacturing departments
Maintain external relationships with vendors, customers, engineers and operating personnel at various companies regarding non-standard components and their developments
Recommend design improvements and material selections that optimize performance, cost efficiency, and manufacturability contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to achieve desired results

What you'll need:

B.S./M.S. in Mechanical Engineering required
5+ years of proven engineering experience in procedures, administration, and design, with a strong focus on railcar systems and components
Demonstrated expertise in railcar design and application of industry best practices, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards
Comprehensive knowledge of railcar regulations and industry standards (AAR, FRA, and other governing bodies), with practical application in design and production environments
Hands-on experience in structural analysis review for railcar components, ensuring accuracy, safety, and durability in engineering solutions
Background in large-scale production facilities, with direct exposure to manufacturing processes, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives (prior railcar manufacturing background highly preferred
Exceptional communication abilities—skilled in preparing technical documentation, presenting complex concepts clearly, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), with ability to create detailed reports, models, and presentations
Ability to multi-task / handle multiple projects of differing scale
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