Mgr Project I, Welding

Requisition Number

10739BR

Job Purpose

Responsible for the overall supervision of the complete welding program.

Job Title

Welding Project Manager

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 and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

- Liaison with Welding Engineering and administer weld standards and policy as directed by Engineering to maintain the highest weld quality;

- Supervise and train welders to the highest level of quality, responsibility and performance;

- Maintain weld certification within the internal and external standards;

- Provide guidance and clarification of welder work to ensure compliance to established work instructions and procedures;

- Main point of contact for all welding related issues;

- Lead weld research programs and related technical projects;

- Coordinate and facilitate welding engineering meetings to resolve technical issues, cost reduction programs, layout improvements, and new process justification as required.

Education / Training

Preferred: Bachelors degree in Weld Engineering or Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.

Qualifications and Experience

- Minimum 10 years experience as Welding Engineer in heavy industrial manufacturing/fabrication environment;

- Must have working knowledge of various manufacturing welding techniques;

- Experience in robotic welding applications;

- Must be able to demonstrate practical welding skills;

- Strong interpersonal and technical skills;

Excellent oral and written communication skills;

- Demonstrated competencies managing multiple work functions/projects;

- Experience in continuous improvement activities;

- Factory CAD, working knowledge of MRP, EPP, or SAP.

Benefits

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.

EEO

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

Job Category

Production - Operations & Support