Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company ยท 3 hours ago
Project Engineer
East Chicago, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expProgress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, is a leading provider of railroad products and services. The Project Engineer role focuses on enabling better decision-making and continuous improvement by leading projects, developing training, and utilizing analytical techniques for business performance optimization.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Plans, develops, and manages new project requirements, maintaining a safe and efficient workflow
Conduct research to develop new and/or improve existing processes within Wheel, Axle, Bearing and Parts facilities in terms of delivered results, safety, and quality
Testing and monitoring equipment
Updating current system processes
Conducting risk assessments
Developing and implementing process strategies
Designing and planning equipment layout
Managing process resources
Optimizing current processes
Maintaining process documents
Ensuring the smooth functioning of production lines
Coordinating process improvement projects
Focusing on designing, optimizing, and operating various industrial processes
Delegates daily duties to the workforce to keep current and upcoming projects on task
Administers internal and external material movements
Executes ERP system requirements
Provides weekly and monthly reports on project status; develops and maintains reporting for various stakeholders in current projects as required
Performs additional job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS mechanical or engineering degree
3-5+ years of experience working in project planning, estimating, accounting, QMS, logistics, EHS and general management in many positions
Training in Lean Manufacturing and Auditing
Understanding of various facets of the company: production supervision, supply chain, quality, engineering; HR, finance, etc.; ability to interface with support groups and understand how each function to manage team effectively
Project management experience
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Courage to make challenging decisions
Understanding of production process and SOP's
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work together in a team environment
Ability to manage a diverse workforce
Understanding of scheduling and manpower planning
Strong proficiency in software applications and ERP systems
Strong proficiency with Excel and other MS Office tools
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.
Company
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Our team creates lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (1)
2021 (4)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-06-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Paul Denton
SVP International Sales
Recent News
2025-08-13
2025-06-11
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