Dir, Engineering - ART

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

Work Location Options

or La Grange, IL

City

La Grange

State : Illinois

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.

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Education / Training

Required Education & Training

Preferred Education & Credentials

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Essential and Physical Activities Functions

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of a Director of Engineering.

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.

EEO

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

Job Category

Engineering

PRS Facility Location

EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400

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