Electrical Assembly Tester

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

Muncie (IN)

On-site

USD 24,796 - 35,817

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

Education Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Site-specific Relocation and Sign-on

Job summary

Progress Rail in Muncie, Indiana, is seeking an assembler to build and repair locomotive cables and components. You will read engineering drawings, verify cable assemblies with testing tools, and work with engineering to resolve issues. Must read wire lists, use a tape measure, and solder connections as needed.

This is a production hourly role with safety procedures and PPE required in a high-noise rail environment. The team emphasizes collaboration and learning on the job.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Able to read wire running list and schematics.
Proficient with a tape measure and basic hand tools.
Two years of locomotive pinning and plugging experience required.
Able to solder electrical connections.
Working knowledge of Imagesite and LN systems.
Team player willing to jump in, help and learn.

Responsibilities

Build new test cables from engineering drawings.
Maintain and repair existing cables.
Pack cables for upcoming orders into marked totes.
Organize and catalog in-house parts and cables.
Use master schedule to anticipate orders.
Collaborate with engineering to resolve cable issues.
Verify cables with multimeter and other test equipment.
Assist testers with repairs of mis-wired plugs.
Read and follow schematics.

Skills

Read wire running list

Tape measure

Solder electrical connections

2 years locomotive pinning and putting

Read schematics

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Imagesite

Job description

Job Purpose

Following written and visual instructions, Assemblers use electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills to assemble locomotive parts and components. Operations include wiring, mechanical assembly, fabricating, and repair work.

Req ID

11876BR

Job Purpose

Req ID

11876BR

City

Muncie

State

Indiana

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

Build new test cables from engineering drawings
maintain / repair existing cables
pack cables for upcoming order into marked totes
organize and catalog in house parts in storage cabinet and cables
Use master schedule to know what orders are coming to the department
Work with engineering to work out issues with test cables
Verify cables with multimeter and other test equipment
Work with testers to improve cables
Assist testers repairing unit plug mis‑wires repairs to plugs
able to read schematic

Essential and Physical Activities

Strength – Must be able to lift and carry up to 35lbs, push and pull up to 50lb;
Motion – Constant walking Frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and overhead reaching and climbing ladders;
Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms;
Work Environment – Works on varied surfaces, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors. Works at varied heights from floor level to tops of locomotives. Work in confined spaces. Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels;
Emotional Demands – Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be comfortable working alone;
Safety – Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and other moving equipment. Employee must abide by all safety protocols, health/medical screenings and utilize all required PPE. Included but not limited to metatarsal boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, aprons, ear protection, etc.

Education / Training

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications And Experience

Able to read wire running list
Proficient with tape measure
2 years of locomotive Pinning and plugging experience required. Knowledge of AI’s regarding pinning
Able to solder electrical connections
Working knowledge of imagesite, LN,
Working relationship with materials and testers
Team player willing to jump in, help and learn

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.