9107BR

PRS Facility Location:

EMD HQ LaGrange, IL

Job Purpose:

Under general guidance, work on development of aftertreatment components and related emissions control strategies. As a Senior Aftertreatment Design Engineer, you will work on design, development, validation and deployment of modern engine and engine emissions solutions for our Locomotive, Marine, and Electric Power Generation product lines. You will develop system designs and architecture, define strategies and controls, and work with the program lead and development team to integrate strategies into a working system that meets program needs. Significant coordination and interfacing are required across organizations to execute job responsibilities.

Req ID:

9107BR

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.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Education / Training:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Electrical or Mechanical Engineering curriculum

• > 4 years experience developing and/or working with engine emissions controls or aftertreatment.

Job Title:

Senior Project Engineer

City:

La Grange

Key Job Elements:

• Development and validation of aftertreatment system features.

• Leading role in the established process for resolution of aftertreatment/controls product issues (CPI).

• Support of product certification efforts.

• Project planning and resource coordination of remote and local FEA, CFD, design and test resources.

• Integration of existing emissions control modules into new locomotive or marine applications.

• Design requirements and specifications development.

Qualifications and Experience:

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience/familiarity with engine emissions control solutions.

• Ability to lead/drive resolution of complex technical issues.

• Excellent organization, communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

• Emphasis on initiative, strong technical insight, and integrity.

Top Candidates will also have:

• Working experience with the chemistry of aftertreatment technologies.

• Experience/ familiarity emissions control

calibration.

• Experience utilizing development and data analysis tools (e.g. CANape, Python, MATLAB, Simulink).

• Working knowledge of FEA and CFD analysis.

• Prior experience with Marine, power generation and locomotive engine applications.

Additional Information:

• Location of this position is in LaGrange IL;

• This position may requires 10-15% travel.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:

• Strength – Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment. Frequent/constant sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Occasional light-level lifting or carrying (up to 10 pounds);

• Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with working in an office environment;

• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Frequent verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;

• Work Environment – Position is typically located in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment which may include a non-temperature-controlled environment, as well as exposure to noise (85+ decibels), occasional exposure to temperature changes, heavy machinery and other hazardous working conditions requiring the use of PPE;

• Emotional Demands – Very high level of responsibility. Must be able to coordinate diverse aspects of a project. Requires significant interpersonal skills while sustaining very high standards. Domestic and international travel as required;

• Safety – Position may occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment during visits to industrial areas.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of a Senior Project Engineer.

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