Mermec is Hiring Track Inspection Systems Analyst!!It is currently Thu Jan 18, 2024 12:52 pmPosition Title: Track Inspection Systems Operator / AnalystThe Company:MERMEC is a 30-plus year market leader in diagnostic technologies, systems, products, and services applied to the rail and the steel industries. With an innovation-driven culture, MERMEC distinguishes itself by the ability to develop in-house technologies, software, and products that are the essence of its proprietary solutions. MERMEC's proprietary patented technologies and industry-leading products and services are enabling the railways and the steel companies to run their operations in a safe and efficient manner. MERMEC Inc. provides all these valuable offerings with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and technical competence while adhering to the ethical values that guide every aspect of the company's U.S. activity since 1994.Our Mission:MERMEC Inc. is committed to providing all its employees a safe, stable, and reliable work environment offering equal opportunity for all to thrive in their profession, while offering learning experiences to foster personal rewarding growth. We apply creativity and innovation in every aspect of our business providing excellent support to our Customers, with caring attitude and effective innovative technological solutions.Duties and Responsibilities:We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Track Inspection Systems Operator / Analyst with proven working experience in validating data collected by track measuring and inspection systems using strip charts and other similar indicators. The successful candidate must be comfortable in performing a wide range of support activities as directed by the Survey Director, and the Assistant Survey Director aimed at improving the overall performance and achieve the best results for our customer. Previous experience on the ATIP Program highly desired. The Track Inspection Systems Operator / Analysts will be required to perform, but not limited to the following duties and responsibilities:Validate data collected by track measuring and inspection systems using strip charts and other indicators.Identify and report railway defects to the Survey Director, and/or the Assistant Survey Director and customers.Perform field service, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair (user level) of equipment on railway vehicles.Field calibration and testing of track inspection systems on railway vehicles, including Class 3b infrared LASERs and high-speed cameras.Be willing to travel independently with the test car when in autonomous mode, and to work independently when required.Be part of an ever-improving safety culture aboard the test car, maintaining and looking for ways to improve track-safety awareness and worker safety.Perform daily inspections on safety and measuring equipment aboard the test car.Maintain the test car's cleanliness daily.Assist in troubleshooting test car systems, including direct communication with support personnel and technicians.Perform mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting when required, which will require working outdoors under the test car, on uneven terrain, in less-than-ideal climate conditions often daily.Update and submit any required reporting forms on the test car and to the company office, including but not limited to expense reporting and time sheets.Participate in all required training, including but not limited to in-classroom training required by the company and online safety training.Manage company expenses efficiently, including booking own hotel and/or rental car, planning travel and booking flights.Qualifications/Education:The ideal candidate must hold an associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering Technology or similar STEM field is preferred. Equivalent technical training is acceptable. Prior experience in the railway industry, preferably in the track inspection sector, is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal skills. Ability to travel for extended periods more than 75% of the time (an equivalent of 3 weeks traveling on the diagnostic vehicle, and 1 week working from home with a reduced time of 20-hour week while maintaining state of readiness for potential call-out for program support). A strong aptitude for computer operations. Basic troubleshooting skills and a keen interest in solving technical issues. Ability to work as part of a small team and independently when needed.Requirements:Ability to obtain and keep a Department of Transportation security clearance. Travel domestic and possibly internationally (i.e., either have or be able to obtain a U.S. passport). MERMEC Inc. is a drug-free workplace and works with railroad contracts and job sites that require periodic and random drug testing. Must hold a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record.Drug-Free Workplace: MERMEC Inc. (MMI) strictly abides by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. 81) of the United States which requires companies and Federal contractors to agree that they will provide drug-free workplaces as a precondition of receiving a contract or grant from a Federal agency. MERMEC, enforcing its drug-free policy, requires prior to employment an initial testing from a credited laboratory followed by periodic drug-free testing.Equal Opportunity Employer: MERMEC Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected classes as outlined by federal, state, and local laws.Send resume to #J-18808-Ljbffr