Visual Router Engineer

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for authoring work instructions based on inputs from the Process Engineering group and reviewing them with multidisciplinary teams including Design and Manufacturing. The role requires use of existing 3D models, manipulating images, researching specifications, writing detailed instructions for assembly of locomotives and locomotive components, conducting design reviews, and any requisite transfer of data between Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software and databases.

Req ID

11208BR

City

Muncie

State:

Indiana

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.

Key Job Elements

• Prepares detailed work instructions based on engineering prints and build sequences provided by Design and Manufacturing Engineering;
• Manipulates solid models to create images and/or video illustrating production steps or processes;
• Reviews Master Model and part files, noting, communicating, and assisting in addressing issues discovered with design or modeling;
• Helps to maintain a database of lessons learned from previous locomotive builds and other projects;
• Participates in design reviews providing feedback based on shop input and experience from previous builds including lessons learned;
• Works in a team environment to develop cross-functional designs with input from engineering, manufacturing and service departments;
• Communicates information to and from internal and external customers;
• Seeks design input from customers and utilizes databases of order content and production data;
• Conforms to published application and assembly standards;
• Organizes and facilitates detailed design reviews;
• Stays abreast of new technology that can improve departmental capability to meet engineering and manufacturing requirements;
• Conducts end-user training, including planning and creating training material;
• Receives and/or authors 3D CAD Layouts for use in JT data export;
• Assists others as required.
  
  
  

Education / Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with specialization in manufacturing, mechanical, computer, or electrical engineering.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Ability to understand complex mechanical and structural designs for locomotive applications;
• Ability to read engineering documentation and author data into 3D designs within the Siemens Teamcenter (Tc) / NX software system;
• Oral and written communications skills;
• Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, drafting technology, and computer graphics;
• Intermediate knowledge of assembly requirements;
• Analytical ability where problems are somewhat complex;
• Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals;
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills;
• Experience working with others on a manufacturing shop floor.
  
  
  

Preferred:

• Work background in low volume, highly engineered product environment;
• Locomotive Product Knowledge. Advanced knowledge and expertise in Siemens Teamcenter, Tc visualization, and NX;
• Advanced knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing;
• Knowledge of welding standards and symbols;
• Experience writing computer code such as Visual Basic (VB), C#/C++, Java, SQL, etc.
  
  
  

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. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
  
  
  

Job Category

Engineering

PRS Facility Location

Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293