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9307BR

PRS Facility Location:

Peru, IN (Life Rd) Loco Cmpts - 429

Job Purpose:

Provide a student pursuing an undergraduate degree or in a graduate program with practical work experience to supplement an academic field of study. Position would normally be a temporary assignment to be utilized during student’s vacation period. Work involves a substantial variety of administrative and technical duties with instruction from supervisor.

Req ID:

9307BR

Company Description:

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail 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 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 their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Education / Training:

Required:

• Enrolled in a BS Engineering program.

Job Title:

Intern - Engineering

City:

Peru

Key Job Elements:

• Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilizes the employee’s academic discipline;

• Assist in improving the remanufacturing process;

• Develop and present project analyses;

• Maintain reports for management review;

• Application of statistics to problem solving;

• Work cooperatively and efficiently with other personnel;

• Work with product design engineers to develop and implement reliability-based verification artifacts;

• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a dynamic environment.

• Performs additional job-related duties as assigned.

• Frequent contact with others outside the work group;

• Work is conducted in a manufacturing environment;

• Travel as required to fulfill work assignments (will vary).

Qualifications and Experience:

• Have completed Sophomore year in Engineering degree program;

• Strong interpersonal skills including working in a cross-functional team environment;

• Understanding of problem solving, root cause analysis and experience with segregating reliability failures from manufacturing defects and misdiagnosis.

• Microsoft Office skills required.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:

• Strength – Position requires lifting of 50lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces while installing or repair machinery and components;

• Motion –Position requires standing the majority of the day. Frequent walking, squatting, kneeling, and climbing of steps and stairs;

• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. Position is exposed to cutting torches and welding operations. The use of proper PPE is required. The Position requires the ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions;

• Work Environment – Position can be located inside or outside, dependent on situation. When inside, the employees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employees are subject to all weather elements. Employees will work with oils and other lubricants;

• Emotional Demands – Expected to work and cooperate as part of team in order to meet production requirements;

• Safety – Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e., blue flag) and use of all PPE.

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

EEO:

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Benefits:

Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.

*Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

Job Category:

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

Work Location Options:

LaGrange

State::

Indiana