Designer – Engineering

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak

Designer responsible for producing manufacturing and customer drawings at voestalpine Railway Systems. Collaborating with project leads and ensuring adherence to safety and design standards.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeChicago Heights • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in CAD design, particularly with NX and MicroStation, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and customer specifications. Proven ability to produce accurate manufacturing drawings and Bills of Material, effectively collaborating with project teams and stakeholders.

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CAD Design ExpertiseNX ProficiencyMicroStation ProficiencyBOM ProductionStrong Interpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

CADNXMicroStationBOMManufacturing ProcessesDesign SpecificationsCustomer DrawingsRFI CreationSafety StandardsEngineering Principles

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationTask PrioritizationEffective Time ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAPCAD/CAM Software

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentEngineering DisciplineCasting ProcessesSafety PoliciesCustomer Specifications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performing design work under the supervision of a Sr. Designer, Design Lead and/or Project Lead.
Produce manufacturing / customer drawings with accuracy and Bills of Material related to the company’s products as per the latest company design standards/guidelines and industry and customer specifications using the designated CAD/CAM software, currently MicroStation and SolidWorks and NX (CAD/CAM) and SAP (ERP).
Abides by all customer and Nortrak safety policies and procedures while on customer & Nortrak sites.
Ensures design specifications of drawings meet customer and Nortrak safety standards.
Produce practical designs and other design components (BOMs, ITPs, etc) for tooling and Nortrak product.
Work with a high degree of accuracy developed through knowledge of the application, manufacture and service requirements, customer and Nortrak standards and industry state of practice.
Stay current with company manufacturing processes and product/industry knowledge.
Assists and/or creates Customer Request for Information (RFI) to clarify information needed for projects.
Updating and revising drawings and BOM’s as needed and/or directed.
Makes sure designs are completed accurately and submitted for official checking and approving.
Maximizes utilization of time to complete projects accurately and meeting department and company commitment dates.
Works effectively as a team member, develops close working relationships with customers and suppliers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Post-Secondary education with diploma or degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline.
Three to five years experience in the engineering field.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment an asset.
Knowledge of materials & casting processes related to the company’s manufactured products.
Detailed knowledge in CAD, preferably NX and MicroStation.
SAP knowledge would be an asset.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate strong and effective verbal and communication skills.
Must be able to work as a project team member.
Able to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in an efficient manner.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture.
We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority.
Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression.
Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits.
Company paid life and disability insurance.
Paid holidays and vacation.
Retirement plan with matching contributions.
Tuition Assistance Program.
Wellness Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Recognition Programs.