Mgr II, Engineering

Job Purpose

The Engineering Manager of the Trackwork Division of Progress Rail plans, organizes, and directs the Design Engineering staff to develop specialized Railroad Trackwork structures for North American Class 1 and Transit applications. They will lead the development and standardization of the Design engineering processes for the production and assembly of Trackwork products across seven facilities within the US. They are also responsible to implement and champion new methodologies to improve the consistency and timeliness of the Design Engineering activities and streamline & clarify projects to reduce completion time.

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

Required:

• Master's degree in Engineering (PE desirable) or bachelor's degree with equivalent required experience.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with international standards and regulations (FRA, AAR, EN, AS/RISSB).

Key Job Elements

• Manages engineering personnel (including direct reports) to ensure projects are completed and released according to specifications and schedules;
• Champion the continuous improvement efforts of Design Engineering;
• Identify opportunities to improve or mitigate risk through data driven process approach;
• Develop designs with consideration of interested parties, manufacturability, and cost implications;
• Create training programs to Develop new hires, expand roles of existing employees, and empower the Design team as a whole;
• Interfaces with Engineering, Sales, Quality, Planning and Operations departments to gain insight into opportunities across the company;
• Communicate with Customers and outside agencies to prioritize submittals and approvals;
• Forecast team workload and schedules, develops strategies to address resources constraints; promotes teamwork and shared workload;
• Implement and review check sheets to monitor progress and quality of design work;
• Assigns and prioritizes staff projects;
• Manage overall Design Engineering backlog;
• Lead product strategy vision and development requirements to achieve strategy goals, market share, cost, and OPACC objectives;
• Ensure all health, safety, legal and railroad regulatory (FRA, AAR, EN, AS/RISSB) requirements are being met throughout the process;
• Domestic and international travel as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3-5+ years experience with managing teams;
• Experience in structural steel design, metallurgy, steel machining and processing;
• Demonstrated experience in leading product development and design processes;
• Knowledge ISO (AREMA & AAR a plus) standards and specifications related to product design and application, product development, engineering principles, and testing, to include theory, design and manufacture, project management, and data analysis;
• Proven experience with design software including various 2D and 3D modeling and drawing platforms (AutoDesk-AutoCAD, Inventor, Visual Basic, LISP);
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral; able to create detailed specifications, procedures, and technical reports;
• Experience with ASME Y14.5, AIAG Core Tools (DFMEA) and Root Cause are a plus;
• Strong proficiency with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Blueprint reading.

EEO

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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.

Job Category

Engineering