Progress Rail Services Corp. • La Grange, IL 60525
Job #2663130494
9192BR
PRS Facility Location:
EMD HQ LaGrange, IL
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to contribute to the design, development and manufacturing of world class rail products and services vital to our customer's needs through the application of specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Work involves independent judgement, decision making, and creativity. Management is available to provide additional guidance for unusual situations.
Req ID:
9192BR
Company Description:
Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
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Education / Training:
Job Title:
Senior Project Engineer - Locomotive Control Systems
City:
La Grange
Key Job Elements:
Develop, maintain and enhance system and software designs based on eliciting and analyzing high level system requirements.
Work with product management and aftermarket on development of new control system products.
Creation of control system software requirements and designs based on high level requirements.
Work with third party electrical systems, and do what is necessary to integrate those systems into the control system.
Work with software engineers to implement system designs, and test engineers to verify software operation.
Validate the final product on software simulation test stands or in the field on locomotives as required.
Provide support to field service personnel as required based on field problems related to areas of responsibility
Travel as required to complete validation of system design. This travel should not exceed 25% of employee's time.
Qualifications and Experience:
High analytical aptitude required in the area of System Design, System Development, System Integration and System Validation
Strong personal skills and the ability to work in groups
Strong aptitude for working with data
Experience writing technical documents
Experience with CAN, Ethernet, and other communication protocols
5+ years engineering experience
Knowledge of control theory
Familiarity with Polarion or similar requirements managment tools
Familiarity with EN-50657 or similar requirements and software development process
Matlab & system modelling experience
Knowledge of C and C ++ programming languages
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
Strength - Position typically involves work in a standard office environment. Rare standing and walking;
Motion - Position regularly requires standard repetitive motions and hand/eye coordination associated with office communications. Constant sitting, rare walking and standing;
Vision/Hearing Requirements - Occasional verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
Work Environment - Position is consistent with standard office environment;
Emotional Demands - High level of responsibility; high sense of urgency. Ability to multitask and coordinate multiple issues simultaneously. Requires ability to coordinate work of a team to accomplish mission success;
EEO:
Equal Opportunity Employer - Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
Benefits:
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._
Job Category:
Engineering
Work Location Options:
LaGrange
State::
Illinois
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