Locomotive Services Project Manager

Job Purpose

The Locomotive Service Project manager is responsible for partnering with customers to plan, track and implement fleet reliability improvement plan projects and initiatives. This role ensures the successful execution of fleet modifications, fleetwide campaigns, audits, and inspections while collaborating cross functionally to rive operational excellence and reliability. This role is ideal for someone who excels at leading projects, driving fleet reliability improvements, and collaborating with customers and internal teams to enhance operational performance.

Req ID

11549BR

City

Ft. Worth

State:

Texas

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

• Partner with customers to ensure major fleet projects are successfully implemented, such as overhauls, modernizations, modification programs, or other initiatives;
• Work closely with customers to implement fleet reliability improvement projects, including on-site trial inspections or test installations;
• Lead the implementation of fleetwide projects, tracking progress and ensure timely execution;
• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies;
• Coordinate cross functionally with both internal and customer teams to execute fleetwide campaigns such as component audits, targeted inspections, modifications
• Serve as the account’s leader for project planning and execution;
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, field service, supply chain, and quality teams to align project goals and execution;
• Provide regular project updates and performance insights to both internal and external stakeholders.
  
  
  

Education / Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field preferred.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Background in field service operations or project management in a technical environment is highly preferred;
• Experience working with customers and cross-functional teams to drive project execution;
• Familiarity with fleet reliability, modifications and locomotive maintenance processes;
• Strong project management skills, including planning, tracking and execution;
• Excellent communication and customer relationship management abilities;
• Ability to analyze data and drive decision making based on performance insights;
  
  
  

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 and/or walking 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 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.

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

Leased Off - Fort Worth, TX - 397