Dir, Engineering - ART

Job Purpose

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is at the forefront of AI technology, developing a state-of-the-art platform that predicts locomotive failures before they occur. This predictive capability allows our railroad customers to significantly reduce downtime, lower maintenance costs, and enhance operational efficiency.

We are seeking an Engineering Director with a strategic mindset and strong project management skills to lead our software development efforts and maintain the highest standards of quality.

Progress Rail is seeking a Director of Engineering a strategic mindset and strong project management skills to lead our systems and software development efforts and maintain the highest standards of quality.

The Uptime director of engineering role summary:

* Lead the engineering team which includes systems, software, quality, and project engineers to create and maintain the platform according to the product plans;

* Collaborate with other Advanced Rail Technology product director to ensure alignment and execution of the software development lifecycle;

* Integrate data scientist developed models into the platform;

* This role requires the ability to hire and manage a team of high performers to support the customer deployments;

* Your leadership will drive the success of our platform, influencing both its development and its impact on the market.

This is a full-time position working in the Progress Rail Fort Worth, TX or LaGrange, IL office.

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 Education & Training

* 10+ years of engineering leadership preferably in the software field;

* 5+ years of project and/or product management in a technical field;

* Bachelor of Science in engineering or equivalent.

Preferred Education & Credentials

* Interest and/or experience in Artificial Intelligence or Industrial IoT systems;

* Master's degree in engineering is a plus;

* Rail or similar industry experience a big plus.

Key Job Elements

* Collaborate closely with the Director of AI to align software development activities with AI model integration, ensuring seamless deployment and functionality of predictive technologies;

* Lead the software development team, focusing on the execution of project plans, adherence to timelines, and delivery of high-quality software solutions;

* Establish and maintain rigorous quality assurance processes, including automated testing frameworks, code reviews, and performance metrics, to ensure the reliability and scalability of the platform;

* Manage the software development lifecycle from concept through deployment, ensuring best practices in agile project management, continuous integration, and continuous delivery;

* Coordinate cross-functional teams, including product management, systems engineering, UX/UI design, and customer support, to ensure project objectives align with user needs and company goals;

* Drive innovation within the team by encouraging the exploration of new technologies and development methodologies that can enhance platform capabilities;

* Oversee resource allocation, budgeting, and forecasting for the development projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely project completion;

* Communicate technical challenges and achievements to stakeholders and senior management, providing regular updates…