Senior Firmware Engineer

Job Purpose

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Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar Company and a leading provider of services to the Railroad industry in the US, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced SENIOR FIRMWARE ENGINEER to join our team. This role performs the complete software lifecycle for company-developed embedded devices, including software design, implementation, maintenance and end-of-life management. This role is a senior, highly skilled and experienced member of the department and, as such, you’ll be expected to take on additional responsibilities beyond the scope of the immediate job. This position is in Independence, MO.

Req ID

10973BR

Work Location Options

Greater Kansas City Area

City

Independence

State : Missouri

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

• Familiarity with common Linux-based operating systems from available software frameworks;
• Customizes operating systems for product-specific roles;
• Provides evaluation of hardware for operating system utilization;
• Provides customization of operating system for specific hardware utilization;
• Designs software components in operating system specialization;
• Implements software components in operating system specialization;
• Maintains software components in operating system specialization, including testing and validation;
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education / Training

Qualifications and Experience

Preferred :

Essential and Physical Activities Functions :

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of a Senior Firmware Engineer.

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

EEO

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

Job Category

Engineering

PRS Facility Location

Independence, MO PRIIS - 287