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Engineer III, Systems - ART

Progress Rail

Southlake, Texas

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Backlog Prioritization, Business Operations, Caterpillar Equipment, Cloud Computing, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Document Management, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Emerging Technology, Energy Management, Establish Priorities, Integration Testing, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Maintain Compliance, Multithreaded Programming, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Product Development, Product Planning, Realtime Operating System, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Sprint Planning, Strategic Planning, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Lifecycle, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Unified Modeling Language (UML), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Southlake, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago
PRS Facility Location
Leased Office - Southlake, TX - 477
Job Purpose
Progress Rail is seeking an experienced Product Owner/Systems Engineer III to support software development and deployment for the Advanced Rail Technology team in Fort Worth, TX
This position is responsible for ideation, specification, prioritization, implementation, and acceptance of product features in an Agile environment. The incumbent will be empowered and accountable to deliver innovative products for the rail industry market while working closely with leadership, clients, and technical teams to ensure product development aligns with business and technology outcomes. The ideal candidate will be strategic, innovative, and creative with a solid analytic foundation.
This is a full time position working in the Progress Rail Fort Worth, TX office and reports directly to the Director of ATO Software Engineering.

Req ID
11542BR
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
• Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering, software engineering, from an ABET accredited university or college.

Job Title
Systems Engineer - Advanced Rail Technology
City
Southlake
Key Job Elements
• System Architecture & Integration:
o Develop and execute system-level designs that integrate embedded software, real-time processing, cloud services, and multi-threaded components to create robust rail solutions.
o Collaborate with software engineers, hardware engineers, and network teams to ensure seamless integration of diverse system elements, such as embedded RTOS components and AWS-based cloud infrastructures.
• Requirements and Roadmap Execution
o Work closely with leadership, stakeholders, and technical teams to translate business and operational requirements into clear system specifications and integrated product roadmaps.
o Participate in Agile processes, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and release planning, to ensure iterative development and continuous system improvement.
• Technical Oversight and Validation:
o Define, implement, and validate integration test plans and system performance metrics to meet rigorous rail industry safety, reliability, and compliance standards.
o Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of system integration, from ideation and specification through to acceptance and deployment, ensuring quality and adherence to technical standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Reporting:
o Act as a technical liaison between cross-functional teams, providing regular updates on system integration progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
o Author and manage technical documentation, including system design specifications, integration protocols, and performance reports.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
o Identify opportunities for system performance optimization and recommend design modifications to address evolving business needs and emerging technologies.
o Support the integration of energy management systems, cab electronics for real-time diagnostics, and Positive Train Control (PTC) to enhance safety and operational efficiency in rail applications.

Soft Skills
• Ability to work well in ambiguous situations
• Strong inter-relational abilities permitting viable and coordinated effort with developers, operations, and business

Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of experience in systems design, integration, and testing, with a proven track record of working on complex, multi-component projects.
• Proven experience developing strategic system architecture plans using UML/SysML;
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