CPT Electrical Systems Engineer Jobs
Electrical Systems Engineer CPT jobs let F-1 students apply circuit design, power distribution, and control systems coursework directly in industry settings. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start work, and the role must tie to your degree program. Part-time CPT runs concurrently with classes; full-time CPT is typically reserved for final semesters.
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The Intern will learn multiple facets of engineering projects. The student intern will leave this position with valuable skills and industry knowledge to supplement their academic field of study. Work involves a substantial variety of administrative and technical duties with instruction from supervisor.
Req ID
12297BR
City
La Grange
State:
Illinois
Company Description
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world.
Key Job Elements
- Implement engineering changes;
- Initiate documents to provide engineering approval for design change and to maintain math data;
- Work with other engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods improvement, product improvements, and to support build programs;
- Maintain satisfactory academic standing in college;
- Perform work assignments to satisfaction of assigned departments;
- Obtain knowledge of facility and its operations;
- Make efficient use of time spent on work assignments;
- Work cooperatively and efficiently with other personnel;
- Perform special short-term assignments as they pertain to work area;
- Frequent contact with others outside the work group;
- Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilize the employee’s academic discipline;
- Travel as required.
Education / Training
- Enrolled in electrical engineering undergraduate or graduate program with good academic standing.
Qualifications and Experience
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills;
- Developed analytical ability;
- Minimal travel may be necessary.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions:
- Strength – This is a traditional office setting and requires the occasional lifting of weight of 50lbs. Lifting boxes of paper;
- Motion – This is a traditional office setting and requires the use of a computer, keyboard and other equipment. Employee will be sitting the majority of the day with occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and driving;
- Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to communicate with customers and coworkers and utilize all office equipment;
- Work Environment – Work is in office sitting and not exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The position may require some work on the manufacturing floor that could expose candidate to all environmental aspects;
- Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to quickly pick up tasks in a fast-paced office environment and maybe required to give presentation, speak in public and work in teams;
- Safety – This is not a safety sensitive position. The position will require the use of all site-specific PPE.
Hourly rate will be determined based on major and credit hours completed at start of internships. Transcripts will be requested.
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
Engineering
PRS Facility Location
EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400
Summary Pay Range
$22.16 - $36.90
Job Purpose
The Intern will learn multiple facets of engineering projects. The student intern will leave this position with valuable skills and industry knowledge to supplement their academic field of study. Work involves a substantial variety of administrative and technical duties with instruction from supervisor.
Req ID
12297BR
City
La Grange
State:
Illinois
Company Description
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world.
Key Job Elements
- Implement engineering changes;
- Initiate documents to provide engineering approval for design change and to maintain math data;
- Work with other engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods improvement, product improvements, and to support build programs;
- Maintain satisfactory academic standing in college;
- Perform work assignments to satisfaction of assigned departments;
- Obtain knowledge of facility and its operations;
- Make efficient use of time spent on work assignments;
- Work cooperatively and efficiently with other personnel;
- Perform special short-term assignments as they pertain to work area;
- Frequent contact with others outside the work group;
- Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilize the employee’s academic discipline;
- Travel as required.
Education / Training
- Enrolled in electrical engineering undergraduate or graduate program with good academic standing.
Qualifications and Experience
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills;
- Developed analytical ability;
- Minimal travel may be necessary.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions:
- Strength – This is a traditional office setting and requires the occasional lifting of weight of 50lbs. Lifting boxes of paper;
- Motion – This is a traditional office setting and requires the use of a computer, keyboard and other equipment. Employee will be sitting the majority of the day with occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and driving;
- Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to communicate with customers and coworkers and utilize all office equipment;
- Work Environment – Work is in office sitting and not exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The position may require some work on the manufacturing floor that could expose candidate to all environmental aspects;
- Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to quickly pick up tasks in a fast-paced office environment and maybe required to give presentation, speak in public and work in teams;
- Safety – This is not a safety sensitive position. The position will require the use of all site-specific PPE.
Hourly rate will be determined based on major and credit hours completed at start of internships. Transcripts will be requested.
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
Engineering
PRS Facility Location
EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400
Summary Pay Range
$22.16 - $36.90
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Get Access To All JobsElectrical Systems Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Systems Engineer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your degree program includes coursework in electrical engineering, systems design, or power electronics and the job duties directly reinforce those subjects. Your DSO will confirm the curriculum link. Roles focused on control systems, embedded hardware, or power distribution align well with most electrical engineering programs and routinely receive CPT approval.
Can I do CPT for a defense contractor as an F-1 student?
You can work for a defense contractor on CPT as long as the role doesn't require a security clearance, since F-1 students on CPT are not eligible for U.S. security clearances. Many contractors have unclassified engineering teams that regularly hire CPT students. Confirm the clearance requirement with the recruiter before accepting an offer.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility later?
Twelve months or more of full-time CPT exhausts your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, has no effect on OPT. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation for H-1B visa sponsorship, track your full-time CPT carefully. Your DSO can confirm your running total at any point during your program.
How do I find Electrical Systems Engineer roles that are open to CPT students?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with a record of hiring F-1 students and filters by work authorization type. Because CPT eligibility depends on the employer being willing to document the training relationship, targeting companies already familiar with CPT processes significantly reduces friction during the offer and authorization stages.
What happens if my CPT job description changes after my DSO authorizes the position?
A material change in duties, employer name, work location, or hours requires a new CPT authorization and an updated I-20. Working under a job description that no longer matches your authorized CPT is a status violation. Notify your DSO immediately if your responsibilities shift significantly, particularly if you move from design work into a management or administrative role.