Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company · 2 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer
Independence, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expProgress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, is a leading provider of services to the Railroad industry. They are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for their Independence, MO facility, responsible for designing, prototyping, and improving engineering documentation and processes.
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Responsibilities
Creates robust mechanical designs using 3D modeling tools (SolidWorks)
Develops custom train inspection solutions tailored to customer requirements
Performs analytical design reviews and conducts physical testing on prototype systems
Builds and assembles prototype hardware to validate new concepts
Contributes to the design of advanced infrared scanning systems for train inspection
Drives and supports engineering change order efforts
Authors product specifications, installation guides, and technical manuals
Produces high-quality design packages, test reports, and engineering documentation
Investigates and resolves root causes of complex engineering issues
Provides technical guidance to manufacturing, field service, and other support teams
Releases components and assemblies for production
Collaborates with engineering teams, suppliers, and plant personnel to improve cost, quality, and manufacturability
Supports planning and execution of development and test programs
Communicates effectively with both internal stakeholders and customer organizations
Coordinates cross-functional efforts to meet departmental objectives and timelines
Works closely with vendors to ensure delivery of high-quality components
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
Minimum 5 years of total mechanical design experience
2+ years of railroad industry experience
Experience with reading and understanding technical drawings and wiring diagrams
Knowledge of geometry, system relations, and GD&T
Experience with ERP software for manufacturing
Strong communication, analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong proficiency with MS Office tools, especially Excel
Experience with Solidworks CAD software
Preferred
5+ years of total railroad signaling design experience
AutoCAD
TeamCenter
Solidworks Electrical
Familiarity with railroad standards (AREMA + AAR)
Some electromechanical design experience and knowledge
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
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
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-06-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Paul Denton
SVP International Sales
Recent News
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