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 Some see the railway as transportation, while at Plasser American we see it as transformation. The story of how steel tracks turned the American promise into American progress and forged a trusted pathway to the possibilities of the future. It’s a story that continues today, an American legacy unfolding mile by mile. There is a lot riding on those tracks and we know that support, quality and know-how are all important aspects in staying on track.

That’s why the Plasser American tradition begins with a promise. A promise to do things right. An unapologetic commitment to quality that makes us the longtime trusted leader in cutting edge American made innovations for the North American railway. It’s a promise to see things differently to turn ordinary steel into safer passages. To be a partner that you can count on to engineer solutions for the challenges of today and for the opportunities of tomorrow. From research and design, expert manufacturing and delivering unapparelled services, our customers trust us to keep them ahead of the curve.

Progress is about more than getting from Point A to Point B. It’s knowing you have a trusted foundation to move you forward toward new possibilities waiting around the corner. Join Plasser American to become part of our team forging ahead towards new opportunities in railway maintenance. The railway is a path to the future, choose this path and apply today.

Position Summary: 

• Applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products used on maintenance of way equipment for the railroad industry.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of fundamental and advanced Fluid power principles and ability to apply knowledge in the design of complex hydraulic/pneumatic circuits in an OEM environment.
• Complete fluid power systems experience with all levels of hydraulic/pneumatic components from pumps, motors, valves to actuators.
• Significant experience in mobile/construction equipment hydraulic/pneumatic system design, and development.
• Study, research and analyze customer specifications, manuals and other data to assist in creating machine work orders.
• Compiles and analyzes operational, test, and research data to establish performance standards for newly designed or modified equipment or product.
• Plans, schedules and coordinates the preparation of hydraulic/pneumatic projects to meet deadlines.
• Sizing and selecting hydraulic and pneumatic components and provide specifications to Planning/Purchasing department.
• Uses EPLAN Fluid for the automated design and documentation of circuits in fluid power installations in hydraulics, pneumatics, cooling and lubrication complying with current standards such as ISO 1219.
• Ability to systematically solve hydraulic/pneumatic related problems and perform root cause analysis.
• Supervise the detailed design and drafting of the hydraulic/pneumatic components and installation drawings with cad designers.
• Keeps informed of new methods and practices in system designs and components.
• Plans and develops experimental test programs.
• Analyzes test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• May require some traveling to customer job site to evaluate problems and report back to management with findings.
• Strong leadership and project management skills and self-starter.
• Good organizational skills, and ability to independently manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
• Ability to interact with various department and provide support to product line, purchasing, production, technical support and sales support.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

(The knowledge, skills and attributes required for satisfactory job performance)

Education: 

As a minimum require a Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field with at least 2-5 years of experience in the field of mobile hydraulic design. Experience to consist of relevant product design or development of hydraulic components or motion control systems.

Certified fluid power hydraulic specialist (CFHPS), NFPA (National Fluid Power Association) or other fluid power organizations certificate is preferred.

In addition to having the technical qualifications, a fluid power engineer must be a good team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills. The individual must be able to think practically and authoritatively, able to accommodate the company's deadlines, budget, and other resources to make informed decisions for their projects.

Knowledge: Incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Knowledge of Engineering.

Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate or participate in internal/external training programs to obtain the following skills:

• Knowledge of the current ISO and ANSI (Y14) standards.

• Working knowledge of the metric system and geometric dimensioning and tolerance.

• Familiar with weldments, and machining operation.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

• Ability to write articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.

• EIT certification will be considered as a PLUS.

• Motivated and self-starter with the ability to work under deadlines.

• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as Calculus and modern Algebra.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

• AREMA, AAR, S.A.E. membership helpful but not required.

Applicable Technical Competencies: Incumbent must have working knowledge and demonstrated abilities utilizing mechanical knowledge: Specific applications combined with knowledge competencies are as follows: Rating Level: 1-5 (1= minimum 5= Maximum)

Application

Required Level of proficiency

Preferred Level of proficiency

Autodesk Vault Professional 2018

4 - Full Proficiency

5 - Expert Proficiency

Inventor Professional 2018

4 - Full Proficiency

5 - Expert Proficiency

AutoCAD 2018

4 - Full Proficiency

5 - Expert Proficiency

Microsoft Outlook

3 - Working Proficiency

3 - Working Proficiency

Design Review

3 - Working Proficiency

4 - Full Proficiency

Microsoft Excel

4 – Full Proficiency

5 - Expert Proficiency

Microsoft Word

4 - Full Proficiency

4 - Full Proficiency

JIRA & Confluence

3 - Working Proficiency

4 - Full Proficiency

E-PLAN

3 - Working Proficiency

4 - Full Proficiency

Automation Studio

4 - Full Proficiency

5 - Expert Proficiency

Personal Attributes: Incumbent must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties of a Fluid Power Engineer. The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Be honest and trustworthy
• Be respectful
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics

• Accrue 80 Hours of Paid Time Off during your first year of employment
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k) match of $0.50 for every $1.00 you contribute up to 6% of your salary
• You may receive a merit bonus after completion of the audit at the end of the fiscal year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Short and Long Term Disability after 90 days of employment
• Free Life Insurance – 2 times your annual salary
• Company Events
• Free employee medical and dental coverage. – valued at $7,500.00

As part of the Plasser family brand, which is the largest Maintenance of Way equipment provider in the world, PAC is a rapidly growing provider of railway equipment in North America. Continuing for the next few years, PAC will continue to make significant investments in the North American Market including a new office building and a substantial addition to our manufacturing facility. PAC is making the needed investments to continue its growth trajectory for many years to come. The next several years will be an exciting time of transformation. We look to the future to enhance our team and achieve our goals.

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Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Senior Property Adjuster, you will work within defined guidelines and framework, investigate, evaluate, negotiate and settle complex property insurance claims presented by or against our members. You will confirm/analyze coverage, recognize liability exposure and negotiate equitable settlement in compliance with all state regulatory requirements. Adjusters recognize and empathize with members’ life events, as appropriate.

This hybrid role requires an individual to be in the office 3 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Colorado Springs, CO, Tampa, FL or Chesapeake, VA. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

The Inside Senior Property Adjuster role is a telephone concentrated environment without physical inspection of loss. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with paid overtime available. Training will be approximately 12 weeks, Monday – Friday and hours may vary by location. Upon successful completion of training, employees will transition to an eight-hour work shift ranging between 8:00 am – 5:30 pm (local time) Monday to Friday with availability for occasional evenings and weekends based on business needs.

What you'll do:

• Proactively manages assigned claims caseload comprised of claims with moderate complexity damages that require commensurate knowledge and understanding of claims coverage.

• Partners with vendors and internal business partners to facilitate moderate complexity claims resolution. May also involve external regulatory coordination to ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.

• Investigates claim damages by conducting research from various sources, including the insured, third parties, and external resources. May identify and resolve potential discrepancies and identifies subrogation potential resulting from unusual characteristics.

• Identifies coverage concerns, reviews prior loss history, determines and creates Special Investigation Unit (SIU) referrals, when appropriate. Determines coverage through analyzing investigation information involving moderate complexity policy terms and contingencies.

• Determines and negotiates moderate complexity claims settlement. Develops recommendations and collaborates with management for determining settlement amounts outside of authority limits and accurately manages claims outcomes.

• Maintains accurate, thorough, and current claim file documentation throughout the claims process.

• Applies proficient knowledge of estimating technology platforms and virtual inspection tools; Utilizes platforms and tools to prepare claims estimates to manage moderate complexity property insurance claims.

• Applies working knowledge of industry standards of inspection, damage mitigation and restoration techniques.

• Serves as an informal resource for team members.

• Recognizes and addresses jurisdictional challenges such as applicable legislation and construction considerations.

• Supports workload surges and catastrophe (CAT) response operations as needed, including mandatory on-call dates and potential evening, weekend, and/or holiday work outside normal work hours.

• May be assigned CAT deployment travel with minimal notice during designated CATs.

• Works various types of claims, including ones of higher complexity, and may be assigned additional work outside normal duties as needed.

• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.

• 2 years relevant property adjusting and/or claims adjusting experience handling moderately complex claims or construction related industry/insurance experience.

• Developing knowledge of residential construction.

• Working knowledge of estimating losses using Xactimate or similar tools and platforms.

• Demonstrated negotiation, investigation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

• Working knowledge of property claims contracts and interpretation of case law and state laws and regulations.

• Proficient in prioritizing and multi-tasking, including navigating through multiple business applications.

• May need to travel up to 50% of the year (local & non-local) and/or work catastrophe duty when needed.

• Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and 3 attempts.

What sets you apart:

• Experience handling water loss claims including water mitigation, water loss estimating and reconciliation

• Experience desk adjusting property claims involving Dwelling, Other Structures, Loss of Use, and Contents using virtual technologies (Hosta, Hover, Xactimate, ClaimsX)

• Experience handling large loss complex claims (i.e., water, vandalism, malicious mischief, foreclosures, earth movement, appraisal, collapse, etc.)

• Experience with full file ownership handling claims from start to finish (FNOL, estimating, reviewing policy, making coverage decisions, settlement)

• Insurance industry designations such as AINS, CPCU, AIC, SCLA (or actively pursuing)

• Proficiency in Xactimate (Level 1 and/or Level 2 certification)

• Experience in a call center environment

• Currently hold an active Adjuster License

• Bachelor’s degree

• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner

Physical Demand Requirements:

• May require the ability to crouch and stoop to inspect confined spaces, to include attics and go beneath homes into crawl spaces.  

• May need to meet all USAA safe driving requirements including verification of driving record through MVR & possession of valid driver’s license.

• May require the ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds to include lifting a ladder in and out of the trunk of a car.

• May require the ability to climb ladders and traverse roofs, this includes the ability to work at heights while inspecting roofs and attics.

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $63,590 - $114,450

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Some see the railway as transportation, while at Plasser American we see it as transformation. The story of how steel tracks turned the American promise into American progress and forged a trusted pathway to the possibilities of the future. It’s a story that continues today, an American legacy unfolding mile by mile. There is a lot riding on those tracks and we know that support, quality and know-how are all important aspects in staying on track.

That’s why the Plasser American tradition begins with a promise. A promise to do things right. An unapologetic commitment to quality that makes us the longtime trusted leader in cutting edge American made innovations for the North American railway. It’s a promise to see things differently to turn ordinary steel into safer passages. To be a partner that you can count on to engineer solutions for the challenges of today and for the opportunities of tomorrow. From research and design, expert manufacturing and delivering unapparelled services, our customers trust us to keep them ahead of the curve.

Progress is about more than getting from Point A to Point B. It’s knowing you have a trusted foundation to move you forward toward new possibilities waiting around the corner. Join Plasser American to become part of our team forging ahead towards new opportunities in railway maintenance. The railway is a path to the future, choose this path and apply today.

Job Description

Chief Operator

Plasser American – Danbury, CT

Plasser American is making the world a safer place by providing non-destructive testing services and products to the railroad industry. We are committed to our employees and provide many opportunities for training, development, and advancement. Our highly trained professionals go through rigorous training that exceeds industry standards.

The Operator, “On the Road”, position which requires extended travel including several months at a time without the possibility to go home and do make every effort to get our teams home whenever possible at a reasonable interval.  

Operators are considered to be a very important position to hold as he is responsible for the safe operation on rail and on road as well as the preventive, actual and post maintenance or repairs of the RFD vehicle.  Operators work very closely and as a Team with the Chief Operator both responsible to minimize downtime and deliver the RFD service according to schedule. 

Operators represents the company image as much as any other Team members. We expect the team to act professionally and care for the image when servicing customers.

Operator is also responsible for any identified safety events or obstacles at all time along with the Chief Operator. Operators attitude, behavior and communication skills must be to the highest standard to create an environment of trust and respect.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operator reports directly to the Field Manager. In his absence, will report directly to other Field Manager in place or Manager of UT RFD Services as a last resort. The Operator will follow Chief Operator guidance while in operation.
• Operator will assist Chief Operator in marking the rail defects according to set standards;
• Will remain well versed with a professional attitude towards colleagues, customers and general public reflecting a positive image for the company;
• Shall ensure that all railroad and highway safety as well as operating procedures are maintained and applied to the best of his capacity;
• Shall be accountable, professional, drive safety and quality as the number one priority;
• Shall be open to changes in the workplace and apply directives according to set standards established;
• Adhere and execute instructions in reference books and customer playbooks;
• Shall partner with Chief Operator to maintain a high standard of maintenance, including cleanliness and 5S on trucks as much interior as exterior;
• Produce all necessary paperwork including but not limited to, elog reports, maintenance reports, trip reports, fuel reports, etc.
• Shall perform Pre and Post-trip maintenance every working day, to include carriage, hy-rail and truck.  Regularly grease, lube, tighten bolts, replace worn parts under the supervision and directives of the Chief Operator;
• Will ensure validity of any IFTA Sticker registration and insurance and reports to Field manager as directed,
• Is the overall responsible of the vehicle and its maintenance;
• Ensures Logbooks, DOT papers including Timesheets are maintained;
• Ensure compliance with all DOT regulations including hours of serviced regulation.
• Will coach, train, protect and assist new employees, Operators, in the wanted work environment established;
• Maintain controlled expenses as low as possible;
• Complete weekly expense reports, timesheets, inventory and general truck condition (repairs needed current and preventive);
• Operator understand that truck is to be parked at same lodging location as the Chief Operator every night unless otherwise specified.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

 EXPERIENCE 

1. Experience: 

• Excellent safety record 
• Knowledge in computer programs, electrical and mechanical is a plus;
• Valid driver’s license Class A or B with Air Brake endorsement;
• Must continuously meet company & DOT Driving Standards

1. Special Education:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high level of attention to detail
• Minimum of a High school diploma or GED. Mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting knowledge preferred.

1. Computer and Other Skills:

• Microsoft Office skills, including and not limited to Excel, Word, Microsoft Teams, Concur, and more;

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extended travel capability
• Punctual 
• Have all safety training valid for customers and eRail Safe
• Being able to travel to customers anywhere in North America (Valid Passport)
• No Criminal Records
• Communicate in English (written & spoken, French for Eastern Canada)

 CONDITIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to dust, oil, grease, fumes or airborne particles. Although work is primarily done inside a testing vehicle the employee might frequently be required to be outside in any weather conditions.

Must be able to lift and carry parts up to 75lbs. Willing to perform occasional mechanical tasks

Must be able to negotiate varied ground conditions including uneven, unstable and steep grade conditions. Requires the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls. Must be capable of regularly climbing up to 10 feet. The employee is required to talk and hear. Normal correctable vision is required.

Drug Screen Type

Pre-Employment Drug and Random Alcohol and Drug (FRA)

 Benefit Highlights

 Job Type: Full-time

 Benefits:

• Accrue 80 Hours of Paid Time Off during your first year of employment
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k) match of $0.50 for every $1.00 you contribute up to 6% of your salary
• You may receive a merit bonus after completion of the audit at the end of the fiscal year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Short and Long Term Disability after 90 days of employment
• Free Life Insurance – 2 times your annual salary
• Company Events
• Free employee medical and dental coverage. – valued at $7,500.00

Willingness to travel

• 75% (Required)

As part of the Plasser family brand, which is the largest Maintenance of Way equipment provider in the world, PAC is a rapidly growing provider of railway equipment in North America. Continuing for the next few years, PAC will continue to make significant investments in the North American Market including a new office building and a substantial addition to our manufacturing facility. PAC is making the needed investments to continue its growth trajectory for many years to come. The next several years will be an exciting time of transformation. We look to the future to enhance our team and achieve our goals.

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TELESKOPE.IO

Enterprise Account Executive

Full-Time  ·  Remote  ·  Enterprise Sales

ABOUT TELESKOPE

Teleskope is an enterprise SaaS platform that helps large organizations run and scale their Employee Resource Groups, mentoring programs, and employee development initiatives — all in one place. Our AI-powered platform gives HR and I&D leaders the tools to drive engagement, prove ROI to leadership, and build a culture where every employee can grow.

We work with global enterprises across financial services, healthcare, technology, and professional services. We're growing fast and looking for driven enterprise sellers who are ready to make an impact at a company that's changing how the world's leading organizations invest in their people.

THE ROLE

As an Enterprise Account Executive at Teleskope, you will own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, targeting large enterprise organizations. You'll be a critical driver of our growth, expanding our customer base by winning new logos and developing key accounts. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a seller who thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to help shape the future of a category-defining company.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own and drive the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, targeting enterprise accounts
• Consistently achieve and exceed quarterly and annual new business revenue quotas
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline through proactive prospecting, networking, and outbound efforts
• Expand Teleskope's enterprise customer base by winning new logos and developing key accounts
• Deliver tailored, high-impact product demonstrations and presentations to C-level executives and key decision-makers
• Collaborate closely with marketing to optimize pipeline generation and messaging
• Accurately forecast deals and maintain pipeline discipline in HubSpot CRM
• Provide market and customer feedback to internal teams to influence product roadmap and strategy

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 3+ years of experience as an Enterprise SaaS Account Executive managing the full sales cycle
• Consistent track record of exceeding quota (100%+ attainment), ideally in high-growth SaaS environments
• Proven ability to close complex enterprise deals involving multiple stakeholders and long sales cycles
• Experience selling into HR, IT, or employee experience markets strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success in sourcing your own pipeline and winning new enterprise logos
• Excellent executive presence with strong presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Familiarity with MEDDPICC or similar enterprise sales methodology
• Familiarity with HubSpot CRM a plus

WHY TELESKOPE

• Sell a product that solves a real, urgent problem for enterprise HR and I&D leaders
• Join a company a scaling— your impact will be immediate and visible
• Work alongside a focused, high-caliber team with a clear mission and strong customer traction
• Competitive base salary, uncapped commission
• Remote-first culture 

Teleskope is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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