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Track & Structures Engineering Support Intern

MxV Rail
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Internship Opportunity: Track & Structures Engineering Support Intern

 

Project Name: Facility for Accelerated Service Testing (FAST) and Track & Structures Team support internship. 

 

Interns Preferred Degree: Currently pursuing an undergraduate engineering degree in civil, structural, geotechnical engineering or materials science. Ideally, candidates should be in their 3rd or 4th year of study, but all interested candidates will be considered for the position. 

 

About MxV Rail:

Located near the foot of the beautiful Rocky Mountain Front Range, MxV Rail is the world’s premier rail advisory because we have the expertise to keep our industry moving forward. Toward safer equipment and people. More transformative technology. Toward more efficient operations and fewer emissions. We are called MxV Rail because it is the formula for momentum, and that’s what we deliver. We advance our industry, our clients, and the best ideas. We help set the standards and solve immediate and long-standing challenges. We put breakthrough technologies to the test, and train first responders how to do things right when things go wrong. In partnership, we safely experiment, learn, adapt, and advance, so our clients can thrive.

 

Project Description:

The intern will support projects with general objectives including research to improve railway track/bridge lifecycle and performance and better understand the track’s/bridge’s loading environment. Projects also include work on rail, bridges, tie and fastener systems, and substructures. These projects are primarily associated with the Facility for Accelerated Service Testing (FAST). They are funded by the Association of American Railroads (AAR) as part of the Strategic Research Initiatives program administered by MxV Rail.

 

Primary Duties: 

  • The intern will support the test installation, operation, and data management of the new FAST test loop. Will include laboratory and field testing, including test planning, scheduling and tracking, test setup, collecting and analyzing data, incorporating material characteristics into computer simulations, and reporting on results. 
  • Support in-track testing to verify, validate, and tune simulations of full-scale railway tracks.
  • Ensures that all duties and responsibilities are performed in a safe manner.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Open to learning and living the MxV Rail values (Momentum, Insight, Teamwork, Rigor, Purpose) in all facets of the organization's work.
  • Familiarity with basic engineering skills, material science, and engineering principles. Ability to work on track and in a laboratory environment, taking measurements, pictures, and field notes. 
  • Basic project management skills to move tasks forward on schedule. Some experience in data analysis (coursework, research projects, or work experience). 
  • A strong foundation in Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel (data organization and analysis, functions, charts/plots, and basic programming). 
  • The willingness to learn about the railroad industry and engineering is associated with improving the safety, performance, and efficiency of railroad systems and components.
  • MxV Rail policy requires all prospective employees to complete a criminal background check (Disclosure for Consumer Reports Consent Form) and a pre-employment substance abuse screening (Applicant Consent for Drug Testing Form) as a condition of employment.

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • At least 2 years of undergraduate coursework or an undergraduate degree working towards a Master’s Degree.
  • Completed coursework including structural, materials, or railway engineering and/or soil mechanics.
  • Experience using Minitab, Statistica, MultiVu, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and/or MATLAB.

 

Length of Service:

These projects are ongoing. The intern’s term can be for the summer only (end August 2025) or, if available, continue part-time through the fall (end December 2025). This position is allocated for and is expected to consume one hundred percent of the intern’s work hours. The work hours will follow a Fortnight work schedule with hours of 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, and every other Friday, 7:00 AM– 3:30 PM.

 

Project Deliverables: Assist project engineers with the following -

  • Testing of multiple components at FAST, including tracking tonnage, maintenance, measurements, and component replacements. 
  • Bridge and deck measurements and documentation of maintenance at FAST.
  • On-track measurements and data analysis for track strength and component testing at FAST and in revenue service.
  • Field and laboratory testing, including installation, testing, and analysis/interpretation of test data. 
  • Drafting portions of the test reports and presentations.
  • Provide regular updates on test status and resource needs.

 

Working Environment and Level of Physical Activity:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

  • Environment: Office and field environments. Must be able to walk in an industrial and/or railroad environment, including uneven surfaces such as ballast.
  • Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents.
  • Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Benefits Overview:

  • Railroad Retirement
  • 401(k) Program with Company Match 
  • Fortnight Schedule
  • Paid Holidays

 

Hourly Rate: $20

Apply: Candidates can apply at www.mxvrail.com under the Our Team tab.

 

MxV Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to marital status, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, disability, veteran status, gender, gender identity expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality of sex with race and ethnicity, or any other legally protected status not related to a person’s ability to do a job. MxV Rail is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please email peopleoperations@aar.com.