R&D Technical Manager

Job Title : R&D Technical Manager

FLSA Status : Exempt

Department : Engineering

Reports to : Director, R&D

Flex

Work Eligible! This

position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 work days

annually to work home! The initial amount of days is prorated for the first

year based on start date.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE :

The R&D Technical Manager is responsible for project management of R&D projects, technical development , documentation , and implementing quality assurance programs for customer compliance. The individual will be responsible for all daily activities of R&D projects through commercialization. This will be an external customer-facing role. The individual should have a strong background in global railway systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

Project Management

• Creation of project goals & setting relevant KPI’s in accordance with project parameters
• Supervise human and material resources associated with R&D projects, coordinate tasks & efforts of multiple departments including operations, engineering, and data analytics, product development, marketing, and sales
• Recommend resource assignments in support of technology and development initiatives

Technical Development

Documentation

Quality Assurance & Compliance with Customer Needs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education : BS in Engineering Discipline, Project Management, Business Development, or related degree

Experience : 7+ years of project leadership experience in global railway systems

Licenses / Certifications : Obtain and maintain Railroad Certifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Strong communication skills, organizational skills, and leadership skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education : MS Engineering Discipline, Project Management, Business Development, or related degree

Licenses / Certifications : Project Management Professional Certification (PMP), Professional Engineer (PE)

WORKING CONDITIONS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and / or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

Starting pay for the position is between $101,100.00 - $126,450.00.

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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REV Mar 2025