Summer 2027 Intern - Locomotive Field Service

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

La Grange (IL)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 51,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

Paid Vacation

Education Assistance Program

Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Job summary

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is offering a Locomotive Field Service Intern position in the LaGrange, IL area. The role provides hands-on learning in locomotive maintenance, data analysis, and training development across multiple manufacturing sites and customer locations in the United States.

The internship emphasizes developing system training materials, working with experienced technicians, and traveling to facilities such as Muncie, IN and others to understand the manufacturing

Qualifications

Pursuing a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Solid foundation of mechanical and electrical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in creating work plans and system documents for locomotives.
Analyze data from LTS database under supervision.
Train with experienced technicians to understand locomotive operation.
Work safely on customer sites following safety rules.
Create training documents and videos of systems.
Travel to Progress Rail manufacturing facilities to understand processes.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Analytical ability

Communication

MS Office

Safety procedures

Travel readiness

Education

Pursuing a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Purpose

The Locomotive Field Service Intern should expect to learn multiple facets of locomotive service and maintenance. Assignment will include travel to Progress Rail manufacturing sites and customer locations in the U.S. The student intern will leave this position with valuable skills and industry knowledge.

Req ID

12238BR

Job Purpose

Req ID

12238BR

Work Location Options

Other U.S. PRS work locations may be considered

Region

United States of America

City

La Grange

State:

Illinois

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’re making history every day.

Key Job Elements

Assist in creating work plans and systems documents for locomotives;
Analyze data from our LTS data base;
Train under experienced technicians to understand how a locomotive works;
Work safely on customer property, following all safety rules;
Train and test on our locomotive build procedures;
Create training documents and videos of systems;
Communicate information in a timely manner;
Effective train and work on mechanical & electrical system of a locomotive;
Maintain records of work performed;
Research/co-ordinate special tool and material requirements;
Adhere to all policies and procedures that relate to a designated facility;
Ensure good safety practices and housekeeping;
Work with minimal supervision, but with supervisor available for questions;
Travel to different Manufacturing facilities of Progress Rail to understand our manufacturing process
These May include Muncie Indiana, Marshalltown Iowa, Winston Salem, North Carolina and Mayfield Kentucky
Create videos of how a locomotive system works;
Assist in the development an Engine overhaul document.

Project Summary and outcome Goals of this Internship

Complete our Level 1 training;
Complete a full commissioning of 1 locomotive in Muncie Indiana;
Develop one systems training video on a new locomotive;
Develop an Onsite training packet of a 1010J engine and how it is assembled;
Trained and test on our building procedures;
Learn how to track our products in the field;
Maintain records of work performed.

Education / Training

Pursuing a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering;
Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Qualifications And Experience

Solid foundation of both mechanical and electrical systems is preferred;
Analytical Ability where problems are complex;
Demonstrated some Electrical and Mechanical Competence;
Interpersonal Skills to work effectively with others;
Computer skills (Microsoft office),power point, excel;
Working background in safe work procedures and history of compliance;
Travel as required. Travel may be as long as a week at a time;
Spanish is an asset, both written and spoken.

Essential And Physical Activities Functions

Strength – This is a mixture of traditional office setting and shop locations and requires the occasional lifting of weight of up to 50lbs;
Motion – Requires the use of a computer, keyboard and other equipment. Employee will be sitting the majority of the day with occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and driving;
Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to communicate with customers and coworkers and utilize all office equipment;
Work Environment – Work is in office sitting and shops, may be exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The position may require some work on the manufacturing floor that could expose candidate to all environmental aspects;
Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to quickly pick up tasks in a fast-paced office environment and maybe required to give presentation, speak in public and work in teams;
Safety – This is not a safety sensitive position. The position will require the use of all site-specific 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.