Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Sr. Systems Engineer
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, Independence, Missouri, United States, 64053
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Design, development, and deployment of world class rail products and services vital to our customers needs. Enables innovative, strategic, and high-tech solutions for the rail industry through application of specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Responsible for railway embedded control software architectural design, the use of UML/SysML to document the systems and subsystems, as well as other engineering activities to support the development and the deployment of products. Req ID
11097BR Job Purpose
Design, development, and deployment of world class rail products and services vital to our customers needs. Enables innovative, strategic, and high-tech solutions for the rail industry through application of specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Responsible for railway embedded control software architectural design, the use of UML/SysML to document the systems and subsystems, as well as other engineering activities to support the development and the deployment of products.
Req ID
11097BR
Work Location Options
Independence, MO
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
Responsible for the design and implementation of the assigned software components; Responsible for the design and implementation of the assigned product subsystem components, including user story development, definition of system interfaces, system design tasks, testing, and acceptance of user stories within the Agile team; Designs and deploys railway systems in operation both in the United States and abroad with travel of up to 25%; Works with the team to create solutions to the most important and meaningful technical problems as they relate to control systems; Collaborates with others to craft a vision for the architecture of the platform, devises a roadmap for evolving the current platform toward the future, and works directly with engineers to drive the implementation; Reviews and assesses the value of new technologies; Works closely with the different engineering groups to deploy practical and highly functional systems for railways.
Education / Training
Bachelors degree in computer science/engineering, software engineering, systems or mechatronics engineering from an ABET accredited university or college.
Qualifications And Experience
10+ years of experience; 2+ years of experience with Linux infrastructures, database, as well as programming and/or scripting languages; Extensive experience in system architecture and network design; Proven experience developing strategic system architecture plans using UML / SysML; Experience with *nix Environments. knowledge and experience with Unix/Linux platforms performing as functional embedded systems; Knowledge and experience with development of highly functional embedded systems; Proven experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving system problems; Excellent written and verbal communications skills; Experience conducting technology, trends, standards, and products research; Self-starter, willing to take on whatever tasks are necessary to facilitate the design, implementation, and testing of the systems; Solid track record prioritizing and executing tasks under pressure; Ability to function extremely well as a team member, at times conceding personal preferred solutions to those that make business, functional, and strategic sense.
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 Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits. Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Category
Engineering
PRS Facility Location
Independence, MO PRIIS - 287 Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Temporary Job function
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Sr. Systems Engineer
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Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Sr. Systems Engineer
role at
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Purpose
Design, development, and deployment of world class rail products and services vital to our customers needs. Enables innovative, strategic, and high-tech solutions for the rail industry through application of specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Responsible for railway embedded control software architectural design, the use of UML/SysML to document the systems and subsystems, as well as other engineering activities to support the development and the deployment of products. Req ID
11097BR Job Purpose
Design, development, and deployment of world class rail products and services vital to our customers needs. Enables innovative, strategic, and high-tech solutions for the rail industry through application of specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Responsible for railway embedded control software architectural design, the use of UML/SysML to document the systems and subsystems, as well as other engineering activities to support the development and the deployment of products.
Req ID
11097BR
Work Location Options
Independence, MO
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
Responsible for the design and implementation of the assigned software components; Responsible for the design and implementation of the assigned product subsystem components, including user story development, definition of system interfaces, system design tasks, testing, and acceptance of user stories within the Agile team; Designs and deploys railway systems in operation both in the United States and abroad with travel of up to 25%; Works with the team to create solutions to the most important and meaningful technical problems as they relate to control systems; Collaborates with others to craft a vision for the architecture of the platform, devises a roadmap for evolving the current platform toward the future, and works directly with engineers to drive the implementation; Reviews and assesses the value of new technologies; Works closely with the different engineering groups to deploy practical and highly functional systems for railways.
Education / Training
Bachelors degree in computer science/engineering, software engineering, systems or mechatronics engineering from an ABET accredited university or college.
Qualifications And Experience
10+ years of experience; 2+ years of experience with Linux infrastructures, database, as well as programming and/or scripting languages; Extensive experience in system architecture and network design; Proven experience developing strategic system architecture plans using UML / SysML; Experience with *nix Environments. knowledge and experience with Unix/Linux platforms performing as functional embedded systems; Knowledge and experience with development of highly functional embedded systems; Proven experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving system problems; Excellent written and verbal communications skills; Experience conducting technology, trends, standards, and products research; Self-starter, willing to take on whatever tasks are necessary to facilitate the design, implementation, and testing of the systems; Solid track record prioritizing and executing tasks under pressure; Ability to function extremely well as a team member, at times conceding personal preferred solutions to those that make business, functional, and strategic sense.
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 Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits. Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Category
Engineering
PRS Facility Location
Independence, MO PRIIS - 287 Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Temporary Job function
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