Job Purpose
Under the supervision of an Engineering Manager, the Design Engineer performs a variety of design activities for the Engineering group including preparing and updating designs and drawings for projects, assemblies, and manufacturing, leveraging 3D design software (Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD).
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.
Education / Training
The ideal candidate will possess :
- Preferred : Minimum 4 year, BS Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree;
- Will consider an Associate's degree in related Engineering field, or its equivalent in a combination of formal education
and direct work experience.
Key Job Elements
Design special trackwork for a multitude of major customers which will involve developing detailed drawings of special railroad track components and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor 3D software and occasionally AuoCAD 2D software;Analyze and interpret customer specifications, drawings, and purchase orders;Create project bills of material leveraging the ERP system (Infor LN);Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to create and maintain department related spreadsheets and documents including but not limited to Engineering Change Notices, calculations, project status updates and reports;Collaborate with other department Engineers, on site and at other locations, to help ensure all project requirements and deadlines are met;Interface with customers and vendors to ensure our products meet the design and material specifications;Communicate and collaborate with all departments and all levels of the organization;Support production, quality and operations when needed and regularly work in partnership to resolve any issues that arise;Initiate and / or support continuous improvement projects within department as well as within the company as a whole;Position will report to Engineering Supervisor;Some travel to customer sites may be required as experience level increases in position.Qualifications and Experience
Must be able to efficiently operate 2D and 3D CAD, Microsoft Office software; Adobe Acrobat;Must possess Geometry and Trigonometry math skills;The ability to use gauges, tape measures, calipers, etc.;Experience working with standards (ANSI, SAE, AREMA, etc.) a plus;General knowledge of how a manufacturing plant functions is a plus;General knowledge of metals including strength of steel and iron materials; patterns and castings; welding is a plus;The ability to multi-task different requests throughout the week;The ability take direction and work as an integrated team member;Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization.Equal Opportunity Employer - Race / Color / Sex / Religion / National Origin / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Vets / Disabilities
Benefits
Competitive Salary401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)Medical / Dental / Vision / Life / Disability InsuranceSupplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed moneyFlexible Spending AccountsPaid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Time-Off (PTO)Employee Assistance PlanEducation Assistance ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramsSite specific Production and Incentive PlansSite specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment PlansSite Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus ProgramsBenefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time / part-time and regular / temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
