Engineer II

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. Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience.

PRS Facility Location
Winston Salem, NC - 329
Job Purpose
This position will have responsibility for Manufacturing Engineering functions in various areas of Assembly.
Req ID
12152BR
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
- 4 year technical degree or equivalent manufacturing experience
Job Title
Manufacturing Engineer II
City
Winston Salem
Key Job Elements
- Develop & improve Assembly manufacturing processes
- Create job aids and work instructions
- Manage complex projects
- Complete Part & Process SPAP/PPAP
- Create and maintain Routings / BOMS
- Process Engineering Changes
- Create/Maintain SFMEA
- Create/Maintain Control Plans and PFMEA
- Use Industrial Engineering Tools - Time Studies/Line Balancing/Man Machine Charts/Value Stream Maps to eliminate waste
- LN system use & training to users
- Validate/support all quality gate audits
- Lead safety investigations and perform 1Page DMAIC process
- Determine processing needs to assure fixtures, tooling and methods are provided to meet schedules and production requirements.
- Works to improve processes, timeliness and reduce costs by eliminating non-value add activities.
- Implement various corporate initiatives such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Internal Certification, etc.
- Monitor and improve safety on the shop floor; eliminate any unsafe operations and ensure a safe and clean production environment.
- Evaluate, assess, and identify training needs of the workforce.
- Ensures training and effective utilization of work force.
- Drives Root Cause identification. Drives Continuous Improvement process
-Team Center Mfg. / NX Awareness & Use
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum 3 years Mfg. experience
- Strong knowledge of PC/data entry
- Intermediate level skills of Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)
- Ability to comfortably present to team members and other area Leaders
- Strong interpersonal/communication/prioritization skills is a must
- Strong organizational skills

Working Condition:

Must also be able to perform the following for the duration of shift:
• Heavy manufacturing environment, subjecting employees to noise, vibration, and chemical elements
• Will be working near moving mechanical parts, overhead cranes and lift truck traffic
• Regularly required to stand and use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls & reach with hands and arms
• Continual use of ladders/platforms/stairs to access engine and or machines in various stages of assembly or manufacture

Physical Requirements:
• Occasional lifting objects up to 35 lbs.
• Periodically walking short and long distances
• Metatarsal safety shoes are required as well as safety glasses.
EEO
Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Benefits
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• 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-o