It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

The mission of the Fleet Innovation & Transformation team is to accelerate fleet transformation by consistently providing compelling solutions and innovative technologies that improve reliability, sustainability, and performance.

How will you make a difference?

The Program Manager – Fleet Innovation & Transformation will have oversight and management of key programs such as modernization and upgrade requisitions – including both hardware and software for the installed base of locomotive fleets.  This includes management of complex issues such as requirements definition reconciliation, kitting, and field delivery.  The role requires coordination with business leaders together with engineering and software teams to deliver projects on time and budget that meet all contractual requirements and satisfy our customers.

What do we want to know about you?

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Program Management or other role developing broad-scoped business relationships involving complex interactions or new partners
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

Desired Characteristics:

• BS/MS in electrical or mechanical engineering
• PMP certification
• 7-10 years of experience in Program Management
• Oracle experience
• Experience working with software development teams
• Demonstrated locomotive product line, systems or manufacturing knowledge
• Experience involving locomotive modernizations and/or overhaul
• Strong negotiating ability
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Commercial operations / contract management experience

What will your typical day look like?

• Create integrated program management plans.  Lead, manage, monitor and control all project work.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and software teams to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
• Manage contract deliverables and coordinate project-related technical requirements with internal and external customers
• Develop and manage detailed and harmonized program schedules.  Create milestone schedules for proposals
• Forecast, manage, and control total program costs including NRE, manufacturing, and logistics costs
• Drive revenue, cash, and margin attainment.  Develop program financial forecasts
• Identify, acquire, and manage the resources needed for the successful completion of the project
• Ensure timely / appropriate program communications, including communications to customers as required
• Identify, document, and mitigate program risks.  Maintain program risk registers
• Ensure proper component demand is loaded and PPAP requirements are met on time
• Serve as primary point of contact for the customer on program-related issues during program execution
• Manage program scope changes and collaborate with the commercial teams to negotiate change orders with customers
• Facilitate customer inspections, testing, and overall acceptance of locomotives and contract deliverables
• Successfully close programs and effectively oversee the program transition to the services teams.  Capture and communicate lessons learned

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