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Advanced Rail Technology, Director of Engineering - Uptime
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Lead engineering team to develop AI-driven predictive rail platform
13d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
La Grange, IL
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Locomotive and railcar repair
Engineering & Track Services
Signal design, installation & maintenance
Trackwork & infrastructure services
Rail welding services
Parts supply & aftermarket support
Maintenance‑of‑Way equipment services
Recycling services
Sector Specialisms
Railroad
Transit Systems
Infrastructure
Rolling Stock
Heavy Haul Railways
Transit Railways
Locomotive Engines
Trackwork
Role
What you would be doing
software development
team leadership
agile delivery
quality assurance
ai integration
resource planning
- Safety – Position may occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment during visits to industrial areas.
- Collaborate with other Advanced Rail Technology product director to ensure alignment and execution of the software development lifecycle;
- Communicate technical challenges and achievements to stakeholders and senior management, providing regular updates on project status and strategic direction.
- Your leadership will drive the success of our platform, influencing both its development and its impact on the market.
- Lead the engineering team which includes systems, software, quality, and project engineers to create and maintain the platform according to the product plans;
- Oversee resource allocation, budgeting, and forecasting for the development projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely project completion;
- Drive innovation within the team by encouraging the exploration of new technologies and development methodologies that can enhance platform capabilities;
- 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;
- Collaborate closely with the Director of AI to align software development activities with AI model integration, ensuring seamless deployment and functionality of predictive technologies;
- Manage the software development lifecycle from concept through deployment, ensuring best practices in agile project management, continuous integration, and continuous delivery;
- 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;
- 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;
- Lead the software development team, focusing on the execution of project plans, adherence to timelines, and delivery of high-quality software solutions;
What you bring
ai
industrial iot
bs engineering
project management
agile pmp
engineering lead
- Interest and/or experience in Artificial Intelligence or Industrial IoT systems;
- Ability to travel up to 25% both in US and abroad;
- Rail or similar industry experience a big plus.
- Vision/Hearing Requirements – Frequent verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
- 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;
- 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;
- Bachelor of Science in engineering or equivalent.
- 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);
- Proven track record (8+ years) in software development leadership, with significant experience in managing complex software projects;
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and collaborate with other directors to achieve strategic goals;
- 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;
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- 5+ years of project and/or product management in a technical field;
- 10+ years of engineering leadership preferably in the software field;
- Strong project management skills, with certifications in Agile, PMP, or similar methodologies preferred;
- Master’s degree in engineering is a plus;
- In-depth understanding of software development best practices, quality assurance, and modern development tools and environments;
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
- Competitive Salary
- Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
- Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
- Paid Vacation
- Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Holidays
- Education Assistance Program
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Company
Overview
- 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.
75% Recycled Inputs
Recycled Material Usage
This company uses 75% of its inputs for new rail products from recycled material.
10+ Years Extended Life
Locomotive Life Extension
The company extends the life of locomotives through modernization, rebuilding, overhauling, and repowering.
- Sustainability is part of who we are and what we do every single day.
- Reconditioning or repairing freight cars and components to optimize asset lifecycle.
- End‑of‑life locomotives and railcars are recycled through comprehensive scrap management.
- SkyTrim OEM remanufacturing program reduces the need for new products through reuse.
30% Emission Cut
GHG Reduction Target
Commitment to reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 30% from 2018 to 2030.
50% Landfill Reduction
Waste Management Goal
Aim to reduce landfill intensity by 50% from 2018 to 2030.
75% GHG Savings
Rail Freight Efficiency
Rail freight operations use up to 75% less GHG per ton compared to truck transport.
82% CO₂ Reduction
Manufacturing Efficiency
Progress Rail rebuilds have reduced CO₂ emissions from manufacturing by 82%.
- All new products through 2030 will be more sustainable than previous generation
- Testing high-level renewable fuel blends (up to 100% bio-based diesel) with CN partnership
- Developing and deploying battery-electric and hybrid locomotives (including zero-exhaust battery switcher, mainline hybrid and EMD Joule)
- Contracts to supply zero-exhaust battery locos to Pacific Harbor Line, BNSF and Aurizon
- Net-zero target aligned with Caterpillar: double-checked parent’s net-zero ambition (Cat targets net-zero operations by…)
23%
Global workforce gender split
Approximately 23% of the global workforce is women, reflecting the current gender distribution across operations.
2030
Women in salaried roles target
Aim to increase representation of women in salaried roles by 2030, aligning with broader diversity goals.
- Shares global DEI strategy with no site-specific breakdown.
- No gender statistics publicly disclosed at the Progress Rail level.
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