Quality and Design Engineer- Brainerd, MN

 

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. 

 

 

Job Location: Brainerd
Other Potential Locations: Brainerd, MN 
Anticipated Start Date: 12/16/2025
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary Range: 

• SB 29: 93,060 - 103,400
• SB 30: 105,210 - 116,900

Salary Band: 29 / 30

 

Communication with applicants may be done via email. Please check your email daily.

 

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

 

The BNSF Railway Engineering Department is responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining the infrastructure of our extensive rail network. This crucial role involves applying advanced engineering principles to address complex challenges, ensuring the safety and efficiency of our operations. Join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of freight transportation and make a significant contribution to one of the top railroads in North America.

 

This is a full-time position based in Brainerd, MN,

 

Travel is required approximately 40%.

 

This position reports to the Shop Manager of Roadway Equipment

 

Key responsibilities may include: 

 

Design and implement product improvements for Roadway Equipment Machinery of various types.

 

Maintain machinery documentation including Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic prints.

 

Identify and address technical challenges related to remanufacturing roadway equipment. Build and test physical prototypes of devices or mechanisms.

 

Use of CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) for modeling and design.

 

Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in Roadway Equipment (e.g. participation in AREMA Committee 27).

 

Daily work is conducted in an indoor/outdoor safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

 

Relocation assistance may be offered based on business needs

 

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.   

 

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ mechanical design experience
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience with SolidWorks CAD software
• Experience in Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Electrical Schematics
• Must be able to travel periodically, coordinate with vendors, and be comfortable working in a shop environment.

 

Preferred Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or other engineering-related field.
• Experience in Mobile Machinery applications
• 3-5 years of experience in Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Electrical Schematics
• Must have their SolidWorks Certification