Progress Rail Services Corp. • La Grange, IL 60525
Job #2677458353
8775BR
PRS Facility Location:
EMD HQ LaGrange, IL
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to support metallurgical investigations in the development and manufacturing of world-class rail products and services vital to our customer's needs through the application of specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Work involves increasing levels of independent judgment, decision making, and creativity.
Req ID:
8775BR
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.
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Education / Training:
Science & Engineering with a focus in metals;
Completed introductory classes in Materials Science and the associated lab work;
Classroom/lab training in Scanning Electron Microscopy.
Job Title:
Materials Science/Metallurgical Engineering Intern
City:
La Grange
Key Job Elements:
Assist staff metallurgists with investigations;
Prepare metallographic samples;
Perform mechanical and hardness tests;
Perform SEM analyses;
Publish technical reports;
Maintain Materials Engineering equipment;
Maintain safety and good housekeeping standards;
Frequent contact with others outside the work group;
Provide manufacturing, engineering, and field technical support;
Physical labor required including lifting parts & equipment weighing up to 35 lb.;
Work is conducted in a manufacturing environment;
Travel as required to fulfill work assignments (will vary).
Qualifications and Experience:
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:
Engineering
Work Location Options:
LaGrange
State::
Illinois
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