Job Information
Progress Rail Services Corp. Engineering Supervisor in Taylor Mill, Kentucky
10107BR
PRS Facility Location:
Decoursey, KY - Trackworks - 016
Job Purpose:
Directly supervises engineers in their projects and daily responsibilities. Coordinates engineering activities with other departments across the organization. Ensures locomotives are tested per sales specifications.
Req ID:
10107BR
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:
• BS in Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of formal education and direct work experience;
• Level I – Some college/associates degree; 7+ years of experience in position-relevant engineering; trackwork design experience in manufacturing environment; design or mechanical engineering degree desired;
• Level II – Some college/associates degree; 1-3 years of experience in position-relevant engineering.
Job Title:
Engineering Supervisor
City:
Taylor Mill
Key Job Elements:
Duties and responsibilities (Note: duties/qualifications required will depend on assigned division)
• Manages a team of engineering personnel within assigned division to ensure product quality and reliability;
• Assists engineers in managing their design projects;
• Trains engineers on designs;
• Conducts testing; maintains test specs; reviews testing for errors and non-conformance;
• Develops comprehensive project plans and technical systematic solutions for engineering development projects;
• Coordinates with production team a timeline for product release manufacturing;
• Distributes incoming work flows among designers and testers, as applicable;
• Supports shop supervisors and production personnel with design criteria and design questions/issues;
• Supports sales staff for customer inquiries and quotes; assists with estimating in the quoting process, including supplying reference drawings and estimated engineering hours to complete;
• Prepares documents required for customer acceptance; communicates with customers on a variety of areas concerning design and specifications; creates and logs test recaps for customer;
• Assists production with troubleshooting product machining requirements / specifications including in process / final inspections;
• Attends meetings to assist in the coordination of various organizational objectives;
• Performs additional job-related duties as assigned.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
• Strength – Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment. Frequent sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Occasional light to medium-level lifting (up to 30 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;
• 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 an Engineering Supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Understanding of whole operation to effectively manage engineering projects, including ability to complete projects within time and cost estimates, designing to customer and industry specifications and recommended practices, and production capabilities;
• Able to read and understand and create drawings and bill of materials;
• Able to operate AutoCAD; CAD certification; ability to design new and maintain existing design details;
• Understanding of geometry and trigonometry in relation to design and manufacturing requirements;
• Ability to read and develop spreadsheets;
• Mechanical and electrical knowledge; testing experience;
• Familiarity with Association of American Railroads (AAR) specifications and regional industry standards a plus; experience with ISO requirements;
• Supervisor and/or Manager training; ability to work together in a team environment; ability to manage a diverse workforce;
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral; able to create detailed specifications, procedures, and technical reports;
• Strong proficiency with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
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:
Northern Kentucky
State::
Kentucky
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