Engineering Supervisor

Progress Rail Services Corp.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail services company located in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to manage a team of engineers. Responsibilities include oversight of engineering projects, coordinating production timelines, and supporting the training of engineering personnel. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical knowledge along with supervisory experience, and a proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD and MS Office. A competitive salary and extensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Experience in managing engineering projects within time and cost estimates.
• Ability to design and maintain engineering details.
• Supervisory training and experience managing a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineers in their projects and daily tasks.
• Manage engineering personnel to ensure product quality.
• Assist in managing design projects and conducting testing.

Skills

Understanding of whole operation

Ability to read and create drawings

AutoCAD operation

Understanding of geometry and trigonometry

Mechanical and electrical knowledge

Strong communication skills

Strong proficiency with MS Office

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Job Purpose:

Directly supervises engineers in their projects and daily responsibilities. Coordinates engineering activities with other departments across the organization.

Key Job Elements:

• Manages a team of engineering personnel within assigned division to ensure product quality and reliability;
• Assists engineers in managing their design projects;
• Trains engineers on designs;
• Conducts testing; maintains test specs; reviews testing for errors and non-conformance;
• Develops comprehensive project plans and technical systematic solutions for engineering development projects;
• Coordinates with production team a timeline for product release manufacturing;
• Distributes incoming work flows among designers and testers, as applicable;
• Supports shop supervisors and production personnel with design criteria and design questions/issues;
• Supports sales staff for customer inquiries and quotes; assists with estimating in the quoting process, including supplying reference drawings and estimated engineering hours to complete;
• Prepares documents required for customer acceptance; communicates with customers on a variety of areas concerning design and specifications; creates and logs test recaps for customer;
• Assists production with troubleshooting product machining requirements/specifications including in process / final inspections.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Understanding of whole operation to effectively manage engineering projects, including ability to complete projects within time and cost estimates, designing to customer and industry specifications and recommended practices, and production capabilities;
• Able to read and understand and create drawings and bill of materials;
• Able to operate AutoCAD; CAD certification; ability to design new and maintain existing design details;
• Understanding of geometry and trigonometry in relation to design and manufacturing requirements;
• Ability to read and develop spreadsheets;
• Mechanical and electrical knowledge; testing experience;
• Familiarity with Association of American Railroads (AAR) specifications and regional industry standards a plus; experience with ISO requirements;
• Supervisor and/or Manager training; ability to work together in a team environment; ability to manage a diverse workforce;
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral; able to create detailed specifications, procedures, and technical reports;
• Strong proficiency with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

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

EEO:

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.