Job Purpose
Designs, analyzes, tests, and validates products and subsystems for performance/reliability improvement and cost
reduction. Supports manufacturing and field service for new and existing components and designs. Designs and
supports manufacturing solutions and collaborates with other supporting groups to rapidly develop new
applications for a wide range of various locomotive systems within assigned functional area.
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
Education / Training
Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 1-5+ years of experience (depending on position) in engineering,
including experience in manufacturing, transportation, and/or machinery industries; hand tools
experience; some engineering experience (mechanical/electrical);
Key Job Elements
Duties and responsibilities (Note: duties/qualifications required will depend on assigned division)
• Supports production by diagnosing and solving problems with materials and processes to maintain or
improve quality;
• Leads design reviews for assigned systems and participates in reviews for other systems; works with
vendors and suppliers to specify new components and select appropriate components for designs;
collaborates with engineers of other disciplines to integrate components into higher-level machine
designs;
• Supports operations and service organizations in implementing and maintaining product through life
cycle; works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and supporting functions to identify and
address any issues affecting productivity and quality;
• Responsible for new product development, manufacturing processes, and assembly methods; utilizes data
to plan and strategize countermeasures for equipment and process issues;
• Remains current on engineering resources and new products/processes; completes assigned Required
Learning modules;
Qualifications and Experience
Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software; ability to accurately design, CAD and check a project with minimal
supervision;
• Proficiency in computer programs relevant to assigned position, e.g., Matlab, PSIM, PLEX, NX Unigraphics,
SAP, ERP LN 10.7, BAAN ERP, FEA, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD 2D, and Progress Rails specific programs
and applications;
• Ability to read and understand specification and standards documents; proficient in interpreting and
creating engineering drawings;
• Experience with project estimating and order management
Benefits
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
- Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
- Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.