Experimental Test Engineering Intern

11411

PRS Facility

Location:

EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400

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.

• Enrolled in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering undergraduate or graduate program with good academic standing.

Experimental Test Engineering Intern

La Grange

• Provides process & measurement support for vehicle & engine testing.
• Develop/utilize knowledgeable of basic test instrumentation (multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, calibrators and power supplies).
• Obtain knowledge of facility systems and their operations.
• Develop knowledge of data acquisition & control systems.
• Perform engine troubleshooting, data collection and failure analysis.
• Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilize the employee's academic discipline.
• Travel as required.

• Fundamental mechanical or electrical engineering courses.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Developed analytical ability.
• Minimal travel may be necessary.

• 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.

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

• 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.

Engineering

La Grange

Illinois

$22.16 - $36.90