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SalaryWabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at:
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
http://www.WabtecCorp.com
.It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
Who will you be working with?
Wabtec Locomotive Products
How will you make a difference?
As a member of the Locomotive Products Divisions, you will utilize your engineering experience or expertise to solve problems and develop solutions which will have the ability to effect short-term and long-term business goals. The position will develop products and product lines from concept through production using engineering skill and technical abilities. This position will also provide engineering support services for: research activities, field applications, sourcing efforts, and day-to-day manufacturing support. The goal is to design and manufacture railway freight brake components that are innovative and of the highest quality.
What do we want to know about you?
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field
- 5-10 years of related work experience involving mechanical product design or mechanical product selection and qualification
- Competent working knowledge of engineering principles
- Air compressor or pneumatic valve product experience a plus
- Knowledge of the rail industry, pneumatics, and/or hydraulics a plus
- Experience and competence with 3D CAD software (PTC CREO a plus)
- Experience with finite element analysis (Ansys a plus)
- Must be proficient with computers, Microsoft Office software
- Excellent verbal and written communication/language skills required to include the ability to provide written and verbal instructions, compile and present business reports/correspondence, and present information clearly
What will your typical day look like?
- Work independently or with a small team to design and develop new products and improvement to existing products using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product requirements.
- Prepare documentation required by the product development process such as design requirements, validation plans, 3D models/drawings and test reports.
- Perform 3D detailed model development using CREO to create drawings and schematics.
- Perform failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).
- Coordinate part procurement and assembly of engineering prototypes.
- Plan, develop, and execute product validation test plans.
- Analyze test data and generate test reports to verify the performance, reliability, and safety of new designs and/or products.
- Provide engineering support to manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and sales & marketing.
- Specify, acquire, and set up instrumentation to support engineering test requirements.
- Create customer interface documents such as; technical presentations., parts catalogs, and operation& maintenance manuals.
- Write engineering change documentation consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
- Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
- Other duties as assigned.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
