Top 12 Railroad operations Jobs in Chicago, Il

Locomotive Strategy Manager
Progress Rail —La Grange, IL
- $113,674.92 - $220,523.00 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Senior Manager Rail Operations
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- Full-time
- 6 years
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Railroad Technical Solution Services Specialist
Benesch —Chicago, IL
- $30 - $42 an hour
- Email
- Remote
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Rail Operations Planner
McCain Foods Limited —Oakbrook Terrace, IL
- $58,800 - $78,500 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Road Foreman of Engines
Metra —Chicago, IL
- $89,287 - $133,931 a year
- Weekends as needed
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- 5 years
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Equipment Operator/Laborer
Keystone Rail Recovery —Chicago Heights, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Railroad Bridge Engineering Manager
RailPros —Chicago, IL
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
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- Office
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- Disability insurance
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Model Railroad Garden Engineer - Seasonal
Chicago Botanic Garden —Glencoe, IL
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- Part-time
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- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
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Rail Design Engineer
RailPros —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Locomotive Strategy Manager

Progress Rail -
La Grange, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$113,674.92 - $220,523.00 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Data Integration (Data management)
Dynamic financial modeling
Data-driven problem-solving
Presentation creation
Cross-functional collaboration
Financial data analysis tools
Stakeholder relationship building
Scenario analysis
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Job Purpose

This role focuses on advancing initiatives to enable profitable growth across:

Global locomotive markets (freight and transit across North America and international regions)
New locomotive platforms, modernization programs, and fleet maintenance and replacement cycles
Locomotive supply chain, operations and manufacturing strategy and operations
Energy transition and sustainability (e.g., emissions reduction, alternative fuels, hybrid/battery technologies)
Executive-driven strategic initiatives specific to Progress Rail

As a Locomotive Strategy Manager, you will combine deep analytical capabilities with strong executive storytelling to shape decisions and clearly communicate strategies that drive growth across the locomotive business.

Req ID

11991BR

Work Location Options

Various

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 are making history every day.

Key Job Elements

Develop actionable strategies to drive growth and profitability across locomotive manufacturing, modernization, and services
Analyze fleet trends, customer demand, replacement cycles, and competitive dynamics to inform strategic decisions
Partner with commercial, engineering, operations, and services teams to build integrated perspectives on the locomotive business
Conduct market and customer analysis across the global rail industry
Translate complex data into clear, compelling executive communications, including presentations and strategic updates
Develop board-level and leadership materials that influence key decisions on platform investments and market direction
Support messaging around locomotive strategy and operations, sustainability initiatives, and customer value propositions

Education / Training

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field required;

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Qualifications and Experience

3–5+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, finance, engineering, supply chain or industrial operations
Proven ability in structured problem-solving and executive communication
Experience in transportation, heavy equipment, manufacturing, or rail-related industries
Background in strategy consulting or corporate strategy within an industrial company
Advanced PowerPoint, Excel, and data analysis and visualization tools
Collaborative working style

Strategic Thinking

Ability to connect market trends, customer needs, and product strategy
Strong focus on long-term value creation and competitive positioning

Executive Communication & Storytelling

Exceptional ability to distill complex information into clear narratives
Experience preparing materials for senior leadership and cross-functional alignment

Analytical & Financial Skills

Strong capabilities in financial modeling, scenario planning, and data synthesis
Ability to integrate multiple data sources into coherent insights

Operations & Execution

Understanding of manufacturing, supply chain, and production planning in a capital equipment environment
Experience evaluating trade-offs between cost, schedule, quality, and customer commitments
Ability to partner with operations teams to ensure strategies are practical, executable, and aligned with business constraints

Leadership & Influence

Ability to work across functions and influence without direct authority
Comfortable operating in ambiguous and evolving environments with strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills

Essential and Physical Activities Functions

Strength – Position typically involves office managerial work as well as oversight in an industrial environment. Frequently standing, sitting, and walking. Occasional light to medium-level lifting (up to 30 pounds).
Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with an office environment as well as standard motions associated with leading and demonstrating in an industrial environment.
Vision/Hearing Requirements – Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing.
Work Environment – Position will occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Position may involve work in a non-temperature-controlled 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.

EEO

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

Job Category

Marketing, Sales and Service

PRS Facility Location

EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400

Summary Pay Range

$113,674.92 - $220,523.00

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