Mgr, Rail Services

PRS Facility Location Decoursey, KY - Trackworks - 016 Job Purpose The Engineering Manager for Track design is responsible for leading and managing the full lifecycle of engineered-to-order trackwork products. This position combines deep technical expertise in rail and trackwork engineering with product management, people leadership, and client engagement. This individual serves as both technical authority and product owner, translating client, operational, and regulatory requirements into safe, compliant, and cost-effective custom designs while ensuring commercial, schedule, and operational objectives are achieved. Req ID 11746BR 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. Education / Training • Bachelor's degree in Design or Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering or other related engineering discipline • Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain, preferred Job Title Rail Services Manager - Trackwork City Taylor Mill Key Job Elements • Own the lifecycle of engineered-to-order trackwork products from proposal through design, delivery, and post-delivery support• Define and control technical requirements, scope, and configurations for custom trackwork solutions at the request of the customer• Ensure project-specific designs align with company standards while meeting unique client and site constraints• Works with supply chain, manufacturing and quality department personnel to resolve issues and keep product delivery on time.• Serve as technical authority and SME for trackwork and special trackwork engineering• Act as primary technical interface with external customers, serving as a liaison within sales, estimating and design engineering departments of Progress Rail.• Ensure compliance with applicable standards including AREMA, FRA, APTA, EN, and owner-specific criteria• Provide guidance and resolution for complex, high-risk, or non-standard engineering challenges• Lead, mentor, and develop junior design engineering staff in trackwork design• Manage new product development cycle Qualifications and Experience • 10+ years of rail or rail transit engineering experience with significant trackwork focus• Previous experience in a lead engineer, manager or technical authority role• Experience leading proposal efforts for complex infrastructure projects• Proven client relationship management capabilities• Engineering judgment and technical depth• People leadership and decision-making authority• Clear, confident communication• Ability to manage complexity, ambiguity, and competing priorities • Strength - Position involves work in a standard office environment. Constant sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Rare lifting;• Motion - Position requires standard occasional repetitive motions and hand/eye coordination associated with supervisory management and office communications;• Vision/Hearing Requirements - Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;• Work Environment- Position will typically be located in an office environment;• Emotional Demands - High-level management position requiring constant vigilance overseeing a high volume of mission critical actions with attention to detail. Requires significant interpersonal skills and ability to multi-task;• Safety - Position is primarily limited to general office safety requirements, however customer site visits will require the use of PPE and specific safety protocol EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. 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. Job Category Engineering Work Location Options Location Options: Sherman, TX ; Decoursey, KY State: Kentucky

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