Mechanical Project Engineer

Job Purpose

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the design, development and manufacturing of world class rail products and services vital to our customer’s needs through the application of specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Work involves independent judgement, decision making, and creativity. Management is available to provide additional guidance for unusual situations.

Req ID

10011BR

Work Location Options

LaGrange

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

• Provides process & measurement support for vehicle & engine testing;
• Understands system level interactions of processes & equipment to both support existing systems and create new system/equipment designs & implementations;
• Full cycle project management, from defining customer requirements through system commissioning and operation;
• Develop comprehensive project plans and technical solutions for test programs & facility modifications;
• Works with other engineering groups, suppliers, purchasing, plant personnel, etc. to deliver projects;
• Works with remote manufacturing sites in support of their test operations & facilities.
  
  
  

Education / Training

BSME 3 years experience, BSMET 5 years experience or AS/AAS/AES in a mechanical field 10 years experience

Qualifications And Experience

Required:

• Working knowledge of:
• Microsoft Office suite & Project;
• Data acquisition systems;
• Ability to read and create P&IDs, schematics & drawings;
• Awareness of PLC logic & controls;
• Ability to understand complex systems;
• Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.
  
  
  

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of:
• Siemens NX & Teamcenter;
• Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 & FactoryTalk;
• A&D Adapt & iTest;
• DewesoftX;
• SAE J1939, or other CAN protocols;
• Building Codes, NFPA Codes & Standards, FM Global data sheets;
• EPA test methods and requirements;
• Engine & genset testing, specifically for large diesel engines.
  
  
  

Essential And Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial
  
  
  

environment. Frequent sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Occasional light to medium-level lifting (up to 30 pounds);

• Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with working in an office environment;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Frequent verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
• Work Environment – Position is typically located in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment which may include a non-temperature-controlled environment, as well as exposure to noise (85 decibels), occasional exposure to temperature changes, heavy machinery and other hazardous working conditions requiring the use of PPE;
• Emotional Demands – Very high level of responsibility. Must be able to coordinate diverse aspects of a project. Requires significant interpersonal skills while sustaining very high standards;
• Safety – Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e., blue flag) and use of all PPE.
  
  
  

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 Services.

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

Engineering

PRS Facility Location

EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400

Summary Pay Range

$77,069.75 - $139,668.00