Engineer, Software

770278No5496169310.00.008-May-2026Engineer, SoftwareAlbertville, AL (PRSC Corp HQ) - 001

Performs the complete software lifecycle for company-developed embedded devices, including software design,

implementation, maintenance and end-of-life management.

11902BRProgress 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.• Bachelor's degree in IT-related field with specialization as a software developer with functional cross domain skills in working with hardware engineering.Software EngineerAlbertville

Duties and responsibilities (Note: duties/qualifications required will depend on assigned division)

• Builds operating systems from available software frameworks;
• Customizes operating systems for product-specific roles;
• Provides evaluation of hardware for operating system utilization;
• Provides customization of operating system for specific hardware utilization;
• Designs software components in operating system specialization;
• Implements software components in operating system specialization;
• Maintains software components in operating system specialization, including testing and validation;
• Designs and implements back office infrastructure techniques;
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• 7+ years of experience as a cross-discipline generalist;
• Capable of designing and implementing software, utilizing best practices;
• Cross-discipline familiarity with embedded devices of different architectures and hardware specifics,

ability to work with associated software and lab-based tools to facilitate completion of tasks;

• Ability to mentor team members with current best practices in areas of software development with focus

on security aspects;

• Ability to work with hardware schematics and data sheets to understand impacts to software;
• Understanding of security compliance issues;
• Ability to work with stakeholders on appropriate designs and implementation details;
• Excellent organizational, technical leadership and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate technical concepts and support

assertions with data; ability to make decisions based on facts;

• Self-motivated with a strong sense of team environment;
• Strong customer interaction skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel).

Essential and Physical Activities Functions

• Strength - Position typically involves work in a standard office environment. Rare standing and walking;
• Motion - Position regularly requires standard repetitive motions and hand/eye coordination associated

with office communications. Constant sitting, rare walking and standing;

• Vision/Hearing Requirements - Occasional verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
• Work Environment - Position is consistent with standard office environment;

Caterpillar Confidential Green

Caterpillar: (Non-Confidential)

• Emotional Demands - High level of responsibility; high sense of urgency. Ability to multitask and

coordinate multiple issues simultaneously. Requires ability to coordinate work of a team to accomplish

mission success;

• Safety - Position includes safety requirements consistent primarily with a standard office environment.

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

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.EngineeringAlabama