
voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak
Headquarters
5500 Parkwood Way, Richmond, BC, Richmond, V6V2M4 Canada
Industry
Production / Manufacturing
About us
🔎 At a Glance
Company Name: voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak
Location: Birmingham
Shop Type: OEM / Production Manufacturing
Industries Served: Railway Infrastructure, Transportation
Typical Work: Production + engineered-to-order components
Machining Capabilities: CNC machining, large-part manufacturing, production machining
Materials: Steel, heavy industrial alloys
Certifications: Not specified
Shift Environment: Day shift with additional shifts depending on production needs
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About voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak
voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is a leading OEM manufacturer located in Birmingham, supporting rail infrastructure projects across North America.
As part of voestalpine AG, a global steel and technology leader, Nortrak specializes in the design and manufacturing of trackwork systems, turnouts, and rail components used in freight and transit rail systems.
The Birmingham facility focuses on producing large, heavy-duty components where consistency, safety, and process control are critical. Their work supports essential infrastructure—offering machinists stable, long-term production work rather than short-run job shop volatility.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing
Machinists and programmers at Nortrak work on:
- Part Types: Railway track components, turnout systems, and heavy steel assemblies
- Production Style: Production-focused with repeatable processes
- Typical Tolerances: Moderate to tight tolerances depending on component
- Programming & Setup: Dedicated programming roles with collaboration between engineering and shop floor
- Materials Machined: Primarily steel and heavy industrial materials
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Machining Capabilities
- CNC Machining (production environment)
- Large-part manufacturing
- Process-driven production machining
- Build-to-print manufacturing
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CNC Equipment
Specific machine models not publicly listed — added transparency here will improve applicant quality.
Environment Focus:
- Heavy-duty CNC machining equipment
- Production-oriented machining setups
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Software & Programming
- CAM Software: Siemens NX, Surfcam
- CAD Software: Siemens NX
- Systems: CNC program management and tooling systems
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Quality, Inspection & Certifications
Nortrak maintains a strong quality and safety-driven environment supported by:
- Structured first article and in-process inspection
- Collaboration between QA, engineering, and production
- Process-driven manufacturing focused on repeatability and safety
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Why Machinists Choose to Work Here
Machinists choose voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak because:
- Stable, long-term work tied to infrastructure projects
- Backing of a global organization (voestalpine AG)
- Strong safety-first culture
- Structured, process-driven environment
- Opportunities to grow into programming, engineering, or leadership roles
- Competitive benefits and career development support
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Open CNC Machinist Jobs
voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is currently hiring for:
- CNC Programmer – Birmingham, AL
👉 View current CNC machining jobs at Nortrak on hireCNC
Company size
251-1000 employees
Wanted occupations
CNC Swiss Programmer, CNC Machinist
Wanted field of studies
CNC
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Company benefits
Extended health care
Dental care
Vision care
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Company events
Tuition reimbursement