COMPANY DESCRIPTION

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. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

EDUCATION / TRAINING

• Bachelors degree in engineering or similar.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years working knowledge of technical aspects of manufacturing and engineering;
• Experience with manufacturing and production processes and principles;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Experience working with internal and external customers;
• Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft office, Outlook , ERP systems;
• Statistical analysis and quality assurance skills;
• Experience with CAT production system preferred;
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

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.

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of the position is to assess quality and ensure all products are free from defects and in compliance with engineering and manufacturing specifications and standards. The Engineer works to resolve any quality issues and provide guidance on process enhancements and improvements.

Duties and responsibilities

• Reviews PPAP submissions from suppliers for product approval, including reviewing supplier documentation, such as warrant, PFC, FMEA, control plan, etc.;
• Interacts with production, suppliers, and engineers to investigate quality control issues;
• Work with suppliers to resolve any supplier related issues;
• Determines quality of critical parts and supplier approvals;
• Assigns design assembly to design engineer associated to part/assembly for review and approval;
• Eliminates defects of casted and forged parts through SPC, DOE, and six-sigma concepts;
• Work with project teams to define project deliverables;
• Using SAP to establish inventory impact and address any adjustments required;
• Using Six Sigma concept to eliminate defects of parts through SPE, DOE;
• Conduct supplier audits, developing improvement plans and tracking items to closure