10986BR
PRS Facility Location:
EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400
Job Purpose:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is at the forefront of AI technology, developing a state-of-the-art platform that predicts locomotive failures before they occur. This predictive capability allows our railroad customers to significantly reduce downtime, lower maintenance costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
We are seeking an Engineering Director with a strategic mindset and strong project management skills to lead our software development efforts and maintain the highest standards of quality.
Progress Rail is seeking a Director of Engineering a strategic mindset and strong project management skills to lead our systems and software development efforts and maintain the highest standards of quality.
The Uptime director of engineering role summary:
Lead the engineering team which includes systems, software, quality, and project engineers to create and maintain the platform according to the product plans.
Collaborate with other Advanced Rail Technology product director to ensure alignment and execution of the software development lifecycle.
Integrate data scientist developed models into the platform.
This role requires the ability to hire and manage a team of high performers to support the customer deployments.
Your leadership will drive the success of our platform, influencing both its development and its impact on the market.
This is a full-time position working in the Progress Rail Fort Worth, TX or LaGrange, IL office.
Req ID:
10986BR
Company Description:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.
Education / Training:
Required Education & Training
10+ years of engineering leadership preferably in the software field.
5+ years of project and/or product management in a technical field.
Bachelor of Science in engineering or equivalent.
Preferred Education & Credentials
Interest and/or experience in Arti?cial Intelligence or Industrial IoT systems.
Master's degree in engineering is a plus.
Rail or similar industry experience a big plus.
Job Title:
Advanced Rail Technology, Director of Engineering - Uptime
City:
La Grange
Key Job Elements:
Collaborate closely with the Director of AI to align software development activities with AI model integration, ensuring seamless deployment and functionality of predictive technologies.
Lead the software development team, focusing on the execution of project plans, adherence to timelines, and delivery of high-quality software solutions.
Establish and maintain rigorous quality assurance processes, including automated testing frameworks, code reviews, and performance metrics, to ensure the reliability and scalability of the platform.
Manage the software development lifecycle from concept through deployment, ensuring best practices in agile project management, continuous integration, and continuous delivery.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including product management, systems engineering, UX/UI design, and customer support, to ensure project objectives align with user needs and company goals.
Drive innovation within the team by encouraging the exploration of new technologies and development methodologies that can enhance platform capabilities.
Oversee resource allocation, budgeting, and forecasting for the development projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely project completion.
Communicate technical challenges and achievements to stakeholders and senior management, providing regular updates on project status and strategic direction.
Qualifications and Experience:
Proven track record (8+ years) in software development leadership, with significant experience in managing complex software projects.
Strong project management skills, with certifications in Agile, PMP, or similar methodologies preferred.
In-depth understanding of software development best practices, quality assurance, and modern development tools and environments.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and collaborate with other directors to achieve strategic goals.
Ability to travel up to 25% both in US and abroad.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
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 to medium- level lifting or carrying (up to 50 pounds);
Motion - Position regularly requires standard motions associated with working in an office 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;
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. Position may require travel as necessary, both domestic and international;
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;
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 a Director of Engineering.
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-on Bonus Programs
*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.
Job Category:
Engineering
Work Location Options:
or La Grange, IL
State::
Illinois
