Power Assembly Engineering Intern

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

The Role

Overview

Engineering intern focusing on troubleshooting, design, and failure analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • engine troubleshooting
  • failure investigation
  • process improvement
  • engineering design
  • technical guidance
  • client communication

Tasks

-Communicate information to and from internal and external customer organizations. -Perform work assignments to satisfaction of assigned departments. -Perform engine troubleshooting, data collection and failure analysis. -Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilizes the employee’s academic discipline -Make efficient use of time spent on work assignments. -Provide technical directions to support personnel. -Participate and lead root cause investigation of failures. -Perform special short-term assignments as they pertain to work area. -Work with engineering & other functions to implement process & product improvements. -Develop, prototype, validate and implement cost effective engineering designs.

Requirements

  • academic
  • analytical
  • communication
  • troubleshooting

What You Bring

-Work Environment – Work is in office sitting and not exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The position may require some work on the manufacturing floor that could expose candidate to all environmental aspects. -Maintain satisfactory academic standing in college. -Developed analytical ability. -Strength – This is a traditional office setting and requires the occasional lifting of weight of 50lbs. Lifting boxes of paper. -Motion – This is a traditional office setting and requires the use of a computer, keyboard and other equipment. Employee will be sitting the majority of the day with occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and driving. -Minimal travel may be necessary. -Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to communicate with customers and coworkers and utilize all office equipment. -Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. -Understanding of, and practical experience of troubleshooting highly engineered systems.

Benefits

-Education Assistance Program -Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs -Paid Vacation -Employee Recognition Programs -Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans -401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting) -Paid Time-Off (PTO) -Employee Assistance Plan -Competitive Salary -Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money -Paid Holidays -Site specific Production and Incentive Plans -Flexible Spending Accounts -Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

The Company

About Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

-Operates as a pioneer in rail transport, offering comprehensive solutions across the rail industry. -Provides cutting-edge locomotive, railcar, and track services to railroads and industries globally. -Designs and manufactures advanced locomotives, signaling systems, and specialized rail components. -Key projects encompass freight and passenger systems, including custom-engineered solutions and maintenance. -Recognized for combining robust technology with extensive rail network experience. -Expands its global reach through Caterpillar's resources to create innovative rail solutions. -Maintains strong positions in both freight and passenger rail markets, emphasizing reliability and efficiency. -Ensures high standards of quality and safety in all operations, focusing on continuous improvement.

Sector Specialisms

Railroad

Transit Systems

Infrastructure

Rolling Stock

Heavy Haul Railways

Transit Railways

Locomotive Engines

Trackwork

Rail Components

Rail Fasteners

Rail Welding Equipment

Railroad Signals

Communication Products

Maintenance of Way Power

Diesel-Electric Locomotives

Auxiliary Power

Head-End Power

Diesel Hydraulic Systems

Diesel Mechanical Systems

Power Solutions

Emissions-Compliant Engines

Rail Welding

Railcar Remanufacturing

Specialty Trackwork

Rail Materials