Application Developer

Job Purpose

Develop applications and processes that stand alone or work with out-of-the-box software to handle data and
automate complex tasks. Perform support to maintain and fix the products through their lifecycles.

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

Specific site qualifications and progression may apply, consult with local team:
o Skill Level III - 6 months to 1 year of experience in IT with position-relevant skills; Proficiency in
Windows and Linux operating systems; Education and experience with programming languages
with focus on PHP, SQL, XML, HTML and Javascript IT with position-relevant skills;
o Skill Level II - 5-7+ years of experience in IT covering all areas of the software development life
cycle with position-relevant skills; thorough understanding of PHP, HTML, SQL and Javascript is
absolutely needed.

Qualifications and Experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
Understanding of not only how to develop applications in a certain code language/environment, but also
the under workings of the servers and databases being used;
Development skills for LN; good understanding of accounting; knowledge of the manufacturing process;
Technical writing skills; communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with people with varying
levels of IT knowledge;
Analytical skills - ability to quickly evaluate an issue, resolve it or implement a workaround with
consistent accuracy and success.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions
Strength - Position typically involves work in a standard office environment;
Caterpillar Confidential Green
Caterpillar: (Non-Confidential)
Motion - Constant sitting. Occasional standing and walking;
Vision/Hearing Requirements - Occasional verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
Work Environment - Position is consistent with standard office environment;
Emotional Demands - Requires ability to work with a team to accomplish mission success;
Safety - Position includes safety requirements consistent primarily with a standard office environment.

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.