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    Applications Engineer I - La Grange, IL, United States - Progress Rail

    Progress Rail
    Progress Rail La Grange, IL, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description

    Prepare, design and develop electrical application designs for complete locomotive electrical systems per customer specification, engineering standards, and previous designs.

    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.

    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
    Develop electrical circuits and systems, including schematic and application drawings, for locomotive application, to meet customer requirements and design specifications;


    • Provide support to manufacturing (not to exceed 10% of available time) for questions / corrections / modification related to locomotive electrical applications, resolve issues, and produce the appropriate design change documentation;
    • Analyze and interpret locomotive customer and engineering specifications to develop required electrical schematic and electrical applications;
    • Manage, coordinate, and clearly communicate the status of all electrical application deliverables per customer order and manufacturing schedule;
    • Conduct design reviews, as required, for all phases of electrical application development;
    • Clearly and accurately produce all necessary documentation of electrical designs as required by Manufacturing and Product Design;
    • Stay current with new electrical technology for potential i locomotive electrical system design;
    • Perform basic electrical design tasks including (but not limited to) circuit development, component selection, cable sizing, load analysis, BOM development, electrical load management, connection and interconnection design, and application development / design;
    • Travel as required.
    Education / Training


    • Advanced engineering degree (preferred);
    • Six Sigma training (preferred);
    • Project Management training (preferred).
    5 -7 years of experience in developing / designing vehicle based electrical systems;


    • Ability to read and understand locomotive electrical schematics and application drawings;
    • Understanding of and previous experience with electrical schematic development within a computer graphics system;
    • Above average electrical troubleshooting skill;
    • Basic understanding of Locomotive subsystems as they pertain to electrical development;
    • Understanding of electrical design in regard to Locomotive subsystems;
    • Basic understanding of locomotive general arrangement and equipment;
    • Training / experience in electrical controls including machines, controls, and power systems;
    • Experience with computer aided electrical schematic generation;
    • Proficiency and experience with computer applications including MS–Office suite;
    • Experience utilizing SAP (or equivalent) for parts usage and BOM determination;
    • Experience with UG or other mechanical CAD applications.
    Strength – Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment. Depending on assigned project, position may occasionally require motions involved in an industrial working environment, including some low to intense levels of pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, grasping;


    • 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. Position may require travel as necessary, both domestic and international;
    • Must be able to coordinate diverse aspects of a project. 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 Electrical Applications Engineer.

    Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts.

    Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.
    *Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.
    Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
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