Sr. Project Engineer - Engine Systems

** 11742 *
* ** PRS Facility

Location:

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* EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400

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* Job Purpose:

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* Progress Rail has a full time opening for an experienced engineer who has demonstrated ability to understand engine component design, manufacturing and salvage. This position's primary responsibility is to lead engine and engine component designs to introduce new remanufactured engine offerings to the market. Collaborate with marketing, product and manufacturing engineering, supply chain, and business resource teams to identify, prioritize, and execute project deliverables.  

Evaluate and develop potential salvage process technologies across the enterprise for a variety of components.

** Req :*
* 11742

** Company

Description:

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* 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:*
* - Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering or equivalent

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* Job Title:

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* Sr. Project Engineer - Engine Systems

** City:*
* La Grange

** Key Job Elements:*
* - Technical development of reman BOM's and components with a multidisciplinary team to drive adherence to cost, quality and velocity targets.

- Project management of multiple technical solutions, developing schedules and managing deliverables to key timelines.

- Design and document various processes and methods to reclaim and requalify engine components.

- Familiarity with machining and assembly of complex parts and typical processes used for engine component manufacturing and salvage.

- Perform engine troubleshooting, data collection and failure analysis following DMAIC process

- Author, implement and sustain engineering changes to improve product and process quality

- Execute product implementation plans with supervisor guidance

- Coordinate technical discussions between production, engineering & quality personnel and drive corrective action implementation

** Qualifications and

Experience:

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* - Experienced (7 or more years) in project leadership, engineering design, New Product Introduction and Current Product Improvement.

- Experience with Remanufacturing and/or NPI program management with demonstrated leadership of complex projects on cross functional teams, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and marketing.

- Working knowledge of engines or engine components.

- Ability to effectively communicate technical information to a variety of audiences

- Good oral and written communication skills

- High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

- Understanding of design / manufacturing processes

- Flexibility to quickly adapt to changing assignments

- Ability and willingness to travel as required, up to 20%

** 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

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* Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status.  The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._

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** Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines._

** Job Category:*
* Engineering

** State::*
* Illinois