Product Engineer

Posted 18 Days Ago
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Vienna, VA
In-Office
90K-115K Annually
Mid level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Transportation • Cybersecurity
The Role
The Product Engineer will improve rail inspection solutions by enhancing data pipelines, algorithms, and software quality while collaborating with clients and teams for product success.
Summary Generated by Built In

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

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Position Description

We are seeking a Product Engineer who will play a key role in shaping the next generation of our rail inspection and analytics solutions. In this role, you will work with a team to help improve the data pipelines, algorithms, and software quality that power our products, ensuring that our clients have the most accurate, reliable, and actionable insights possible. Your work will directly support data-driven decision making that keeps rail networks operating smoothly, reduces costs, and enhances safety worldwide.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work directly with clients around the world, helping them tackle complex challenges with innovative solutions while gaining exposure to diverse rail systems and operational environments. You’ll not only contribute to safer and more efficient rail networks, but also grow your professional network across the industry, develop deep expertise in data-driven decision-making, and establish yourself as a trusted advisor in a rapidly evolving field.

  • Collaborate with product managers, software engineers, and rail operations experts to define requirements for decision support software that helps prevent safety incidents and optimize maintenance planning

  • Support the product lifecycle by gathering client feedback, validating requirements, and ensuring solutions align with customer expectations and product roadmaps

  • Work with engineering teams to design, test, and refine software solutions that process large scale railway inspection data for reliability, accuracy, and usability

  • Validate and improve data quality by developing processes for cleaning, verifying, and transforming datasets to support automated decision making

  • Support product releases through hands on testing, quality assurance, and coordination with stakeholders to ensure readiness for deployment in operational rail environments

  • Assist in technical support, troubleshooting product issues, coordinating with engineering teams for resolution, and ensuring timely communication with clients

  • Conduct product demonstrations, training sessions, and best-practice workshops to maximize customer adoption and value

  • Analyze system performance and customer feedback to identify enhancement opportunities, prioritize features, and drive continuous product improvement

  • Provide subject matter expertise on how software outputs are used in railway maintenance planning, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance reporting

  • Contribute to cross functional initiatives aimed at advancing railway safety, operational efficiency, and asset lifecycle management through innovative technology

Qualifications Required:

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

  • 3+ years of experience in product engineering, operations, or product management—ideally within rail, transportation, industrial automation, or other safety critical industries

  • Knowledge of all phases of software development including design, coding, testing, debugging, implementation, and support of large scale, business centric and process based applications

  • Understanding of data analysis, including manipulating datasets and interpreting findings using tools such as Python or MATLAB

  • Familiarity with relational databases such as PostGRES, MySQL and/or SQL Server

  • Knowledge of GIS tools and geospatial data handling, including experience with platforms such as ESRI ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar mapping systems

  • Experience working with at least the following SDLC methodologies: Waterfall and Agile

  • Strong analytical and product management skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements

  • Excellent organizational skills

  • Able to balance multiple projects and deliveries with minimal supervision

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Familiarity with the following tools: Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word

Qualifications Desired:

  • Master's or higher in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

  • Testing/Quality Assurance experience

  • Experience in data project management, including cleaning and preparing datasets

  • Knowledge of linear asset management systems and concepts

  • Working knowledge of web based programming languages and tools

  • Familiarity with JIRA Software

Required Certifications: None
U.S. Citizenship Required: No
Security Clearance Required: None
Employment Type: Regular Full-time
Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment
Drug Screen Required: None
Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No


Salary Range
$90,000$115,000 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability

Top Skills

Esri Arcgis
Gis
Jira Software
Matlab
Excel
Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Word
MySQL
Postgres
Python
Qgis
SQL Server
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The Company
HQ: Endicott, NY
767 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

ENSCO, Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiaries, represent a more than $190+ million international technology enterprise with 750+ employees headquartered in the Washington, D.C., area. For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide. ENSCO operates in the aerospace, national security, and surface transportation sectors. ENSCO serves customers in cutting-edge, mission-critical environments where safety, security, reliability, and resilience are of paramount importance. ENSCO field offices and subsidiaries, representatives and partnerships are located throughout the United States and around the world.

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