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Emissions Regulatory Team Leader-March 2024
La Grange
Mar 29, 2026
About Emissions Regulatory Team Leader

  9152BR

  PRS Facility Location:

  EMD HQ LaGrange, IL

  Job Purpose:

  This position will be responsible for emissions regulatory compliance of EMD/Progress Rail’s Locomotives and Power Products portfolio. This role will collaborate with engine and locomotive product groups and Caterpillar EPRC team to ensure emissions regulatory requirements are understood and products meet the regulatory requirements. This role is also responsible for managing the regulatory requirements around product changes, repower requirements, aftermarket emissions kits and ensure all releases or changes are approved by EPRC /regulatory agencies and appropriate communication plans are developed and executed. Position leads a team of one or two emissions regulatory team members.

  Req ID:

  9152BR

  Company Description:

  Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

  As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

  Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

  Education / Training:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited curriculum

  Job Title:

  Emissions Regulatory Team Leader

  City:

  La Grange

  Key Job Elements:

  Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to

  • Leadership and execution of emissions compliance for EMD/Progress Rail products.

  • Partner with engine emissions and locomotive development teams to ensure regulations are understood and new products are developed to meet emissions requirements.

  • Develop and implement strategic plans for emissions audits by assessing forecasted sales with the inquiry and sales team. Collaborate with EPRC team to satisfy annual EPA installation audit requirements. Maintain a good working relationship with commercial teams, engineering and EPRC team.

  • Develop targeted emissions certification and compliance guidance on specific product issues; effectively deploys this guidance to relevant engine and locomotive teams.

  • Monitor locomotive registrations, exemption management and closures, and supporting Caterpillar EPRC team in quarterly EPA submissions for emissions reduction credits – Averaging, Banking and Trading provisions, along with model year certifications.

  • VOR (Voice of the Regulator) definition, guidance, and documentation

  • AECD (Auxiliary Emissions Control Devices) guidance and documentation

  • Create standard work documentation and implement governance process to drive efficiency.

  • Develop process and adherence to emissions regulatory requirements for Aftermarket, Repowers, Engine Overhauls, Emissions kits compliance.

  • Drive proactive emissions testing processes at manufacturing facilities for engines and locomotives.

  • Support commercial teams to communicate regulatory requirements and provide emissions certification test requirements, guidance to engineering teams.

  • Regular updates and communication progress to leadership on regular basis

  • Modify or create new processes to certify and ensure compliance with emissions regulations.

  • Create an engaging work culture and drive changes to improve employee/team experience.

  Qualifications and Experience:

  Basic Qualifications

  • >10 years of relevant industry and regulatory experience

  • Technical knowledge - experience with engine testing, calibration, simulation, or controls

  • Excellent analytical skills

  • Self-starter with strong technical leadership skills

  • Strong communication skills – Oral and written complemented by the ability to develop/deliver technical presentations.

  Top Candidates will also have:

  • Prior Caterpillar experience and/or knowledge of locomotive applications.

  • Prior experience of Marine and power generation engine applications.

  • Process improvement skills.

  • Excellent communication skills – interaction with outside governmental organizations is required.

  • High attention to detail.

  • Organization and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to travel as required, 10-15% travel.

  Essential and Physical Activities Functions

  • Strength – Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment. Frequent/constant sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Occasional light-level lifting or carrying (up to 10 pounds);

  • Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with working in an office environment;

  • Vision/Hearing Requirements – Frequent verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;

  • Work Environment – Position is typically located in an office environment with occasional visits to an industrial environment which may include a non-temperature-controlled environment, as well as exposure to noise (85+ decibels), occasional exposure to temperature changes, heavy machinery and other hazardous working conditions requiring the use of PPE;

  • Emotional Demands – Very high level of responsibility. Must be able to coordinate diverse aspects of a project. Requires significant interpersonal skills while sustaining very high standards. Domestic and international travel as required;

  • Safety – Position may occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment during visits to industrial areas.

  The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of an Emissions Regulatory Team Leader.

  EEO:

  Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

  Benefits:

  Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.

  *Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

  Job Category:

  Engineering

  Work Location Options:

  LaGrange

  State::

  Illinois

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