Intern - Locomotive Field Service

Job Purpose

The Locomotive Field Service Internshould expect to learn multiple facets of locomotive service and maintenance. Assignment will include travel to Progress Rail manufacturing sites and customer locations in the U.S. The student intern will leave this position with valuable skills and industry knowledge.

Req ID

10577BR

Work Location Options

Other U.S. PRS work locations may be considered

City

La Grange

State:

Illinois

Company Description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

• Assist in creating work plans and systems documents for locomotives;
• Analyze data from our LTS data base;
• Train under experienced technicians to understand how a locomotive works;
• Work safely on customer property, following all safety rules;
• Train and test on our locomotive build procedures;
• Create training documents and videos of systems;
• Communicate information in a timely manner;
• Effective train and work on mechanical & electrical system of a locomotive;
• Maintain records of work performed;
• Research/co-ordinate special tool and material requirements;
• Adhere to all policies and procedures that relate to a designated facility;
• Ensure good safety practices and housekeeping;
• Work with minimal supervision, but with supervisor available for questions;
• Travel to different Manufacturing facilities of Progress Rail to understand our manufacturing process
• These May include Muncie Indiana, Marshalltown Iowa, Winston Salem, North Carolina and Mayfield Kentucky
• Create videos of how a locomotive system works;
• Assist in the development an Engine overhaul document.
  
  
  

Project Summary and outcome Goals of this Internship

• Complete our Level 1 training
• Complete a full commissioning of 1 locomotive in Muncie Indiana;
• Develop one systems training video on a new locomotive;
• Develop an Onsite training packet of a 1010J engine and how it is assembled;
• Trained and test on our building procedures.
• Learn how to track our products in the field.
• Maintain records of work performed.
  
  
  

Education / Training

• Pursuing a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Solid foundation of both mechanical and electrical systems is preferred;
• Analytical Ability where problems are complex;
• Demonstrated some Electrical and Mechanical Competence;
• Interpersonal Skills to work effectively with others;
• Computer skills (Microsoft office),power point, excel;
• Working background in safe work procedures and history of compliance;
• Travel as required. Travel may be as long as a week at a time.
• Spanish is an asset, both written and spoken
  
  
  

Essential And Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – This is a mixture of traditional office setting and shop locations and requires the occasional lifting of weight of up to 50lbs.;
• Motion – Requires the use of a computer, keyboard and other equipment. Employee will be sitting the majority of the day with occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and driving;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to communicate with customers and coworkers and utilize
  
  
  

all office equipment;

• Work Environment – Work is in office sitting and shops, may be exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The position may require some work on the manufacturing floor that could expose candidate to all environmental aspects;
• Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to quickly pick up tasks in a fast-paced office environment and maybe required to give presentation, speak in public and work in teams;
• Safety – This is not a safety sensitive position. The position will require the use of all site-specific PPE
  
  
  

Benefits

• 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. EEO Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
  
  
  

Job Category

Administrative / Support / Communications

PRS Facility Location

EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400

Summary Pay Range

$22.16 - $36.90