Locomotive Product Engineering Intern

The Intern will learn multiple facets of engineering projects. The student intern will leave this position with valuable skills and industry knowledge to supplement their academic field of study. Work involves a substantial variety of administrative and technical duties with instruction from supervisor.

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La Grange

La Grange

Illinois

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.

Progress Rail is looking for a motivated individual studying engineering or business. Focus on building technical and business abilities in roles including (but not limited to):

• Locomotive product cost:
  Helping drive product cost initiatives by working with supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing.
• Business reporting:
  Create efficient reporting methods for monthly business updates.
• Engineering process:
  Updating engineering process documentation.
• Locomotive design:
  Exposure to the overall locomotive design process.

• Completed second or third year of studies toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Business.
• Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0

• Proficient in MS office (such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Work well under direction and be a motivated self-starter with strong communication skills.
• Passion for technology and an eagerness to contribute to a team-oriented environment.
• Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies.

Strength – This is a traditional office setting and requires the occasional lifting of weight of 50lbs. Lifting boxes of paper.

Motion – This is a traditional office setting and requires the use of a computer, keyboard and other equipment. Employee will be sitting the majority of the day with occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and driving.

Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to communicate with customers and coworkers and utilize all office equipment.

Work Environment – Work is in office sitting and not exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The position may require some work on the manufacturing floor that could expose candidate to all environmental aspects.

Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to quickly pick up tasks in a fast‑paced office environment and maybe required to give presentation, speak in public and work in teams.

Safety – This is not a safety sensitive position. The position will require the use of all site‑specific PPE.

Hourly rate will be determined based on major and credit hours completed at start of internships. Transcripts will be requested.

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.**

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