Principal Application Engineer
Core
Technical leader defining, architecting, and validating complex railroad solutions for autonomous train operations and automated yard management.
Role type
Principal Application Engineer (Rail Automation)
Builds
Autonomous Train Operation (ATO) algorithms, automated yard management systems, and integrated digital solutions for rail operators.
Domain
Rail transportation / Autonomous systems / Systems engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Systems engineering, requirements management, solution integration, cross-functional leadership, technical risk identification, simulation environment development, on-site testing and validation, regulatory compliance knowledge (ABTH, GCOR/NORAC, FRA), physics-based train handling expertise.
Preferred skills
Knowledge of locomotive systems, experience with IBM ELM/DOORS/DOORS Next, familiarity with Digital Intelligence Product Portfolio.
Technologies
IBM ELM, DOORS, DOORS Next, simulation environments, automated throttle/dynamic braking systems.
Responsibilities
Translate train handling dynamics and engineer expertise into functional software requirements for ATO algorithms; optimize energy management systems for fuel efficiency and speed compliance; define technical parameters for managing in-train forces during acceleration and braking; document physical anomalies to develop safe-stop protocols; lead simulation and validation of train handling capabilities; conduct on-site testing and ride-alongs to validate autonomous software; ensure automated logic adheres to Class I Air Brake and Train Handling rules; act as a translator between locomotive engineers and software developers; provide technical leadership for issue resolution across functional teams.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence
