Manufacturing Engineer II
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.
About the role
This position will supervise Assembly Manufacturing Engineering group projects and daily responsibilities, coordinating activities with other departments across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Develop and improve Assembly manufacturing processes
- Support/Lead the creation of process documentation, job aids, and work instructions
- Develop and manage complex projects including costing, scheduling, and resource planning
- Support/Lead Part & Process SPAP/PPAP activities
- Create and maintain Routings/BOMS
- Manage/Process Engineering Changes
- Support/Lead the creation and maintenance of SFMEA, Control Plans, and PFMEA
- Use Industrial Engineering Tools (Time Studies, Line Balancing, Man-Machine Charts, Value Stream Maps) to eliminate waste
- Support/Lead safety investigations and perform 1Page DMAIC process
- Determine processing needs to ensure fixtures, tooling, and methods meet schedules and production requirements
- Support/Lead process improvements to enhance timeliness and reduce costs by eliminating non-value-add activities
- Implement corporate initiatives such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and Internal Certification
- Monitor and improve safety on the shop floor; eliminate unsafe operations and ensure a safe, clean production environment
- Evaluate, assess, and identify training needs of the workforce
- Support Root Cause identification and drive Continuous Improvement processes
- Use and train others on LN system and Team Center Mfg./NX
- Coach team members to meet Quality, Safety, Velocity, and Cost goals
- Perform additional job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
- 4-year technical degree or equivalent manufacturing experience
- Minimum 5 years of engineering/manufacturing experience
- Able to read, understand, and create drawings and bill of materials
- Strong proficiency with MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to comfortably present to team members and other area leaders
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and prioritization skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Must be able to perform the following for the duration of shift:
- Work in a heavy manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, vibration, and chemical elements
- Work near moving mechanical parts, overhead cranes, and lift truck traffic
- Regularly stand and use hands to handle, feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms
- Continual use of ladders, platforms, or stairs to access engines or machines in various stages of assembly
- Occasional lifting of objects up to 35 lbs.
- Periodic walking of short and long distances
- Metatarsal safety shoes and safety glasses are required
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance available
- HDHP and HSA with seed money
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid vacation, holidays, and 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.