Liaison Engineer

Job Purpose

The Liaison Engineer position will be based at the Locomotive Final Assembly plant in Muncie, IN. The engineer will work directly with Manufacturing to identify and resolve engineering design issues during the production process. This position focuses primarily on Product Design and Product Application. Additionally, the engineer will participate in design reviews and ensure design for manufacturability concepts have been utilized and match capabilities of the production line. The engineer will coordinate current and future locomotive model engineering designs with manufacturing and maintain daily communication between Manufacturing and Design. The position will drive cycle time reduction, increased capacity, and cost out benefits by improving the manufacturability of the designs provided by Locomotive Design Engineering.

Req ID

11801BR

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

• Participate in all locomotive model design reviews;
• Identify any/all design issues which would negatively impact manufacturing;
• Document and communicate manufacturing issues identified with design engineering;
• Review and drive improvement in design and drawings created by engineering;
• Match designs to manufacturing capabilities (internal or external suppliers);
• Work with Suppliers & Supplier Quality to integrate supplier input into designs;
• Analyze the total cost of assembling components to drive improved make/buy decisions;
• Identify and facilitate standardization techniques at station level subsystems;
• Use re-engineering data (MCR’s) to drive improved designs and reduced rework;
• Simplify and standardize engineering drawing nomenclature;
• Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) by providing feedback to Design Engineering teams;
• Support Built in Quality (BIQ) efforts by RCCA investigation of design issues found in manufacturing.
  
  
  

Education / Training

• B.S. in Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent training;
• Formal weld training (Degree and/or certifications required);
• Training in drafting and engineering drawing.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to present information to team members, top management, customers;
• Strong root cause problem-solving abilities and experience addressing complex technical problems;
• Basic understanding of locomotive assembly and engineering design concepts;
• Knowledge of welding requirements, specifications and best practices;
• Knowledge of diesel engines and engine components; shop level locomotive experience beneficial;
• Proficiency in computer programs relevant to assigned position, e.g., TeamCenter, NX Unigraphics, SAP, ERP LN 10.7, as well as Progress Rail specific programs and applications;
• Ability to read and understand specification and standards documents; proficient in interpreting and creating engineering drawings;
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams;
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts;
• High level of mechanical and/or electrical aptitude;
• Well developed computer skills: Word, Excel, LN;
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, understand weld symbols;
• Effective team building skills, good change manager;
• Ability to travel as required.
  
  
  

Essential And Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial
  
  
  

environment. Frequent sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Occasional light to medium-level lifting (up to 30 pounds);

• Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with working in an office environment;
• 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;
• Emotional Demands – Must be able to coordinate diverse aspects of a project. Requires attention to detail while sustaining very high standards;
• Safety – Position is not safety sensitive but requires the use of all PPE adherence to Safety Policies (blue flag etc.) when working in the field or industrial areas.
  
  
  

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