Junior Manufacturing Engineer

Wabtec Corporation • Maxton, NC • 10h ago

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

The Friction Product Line designs and manufactures high-friction and low-friction composition, sintered brake shoes, specialty shoes, and disc brake linings for freight, locomotive and transit vehicles.

How will you make a difference?

As a Junior Manufacturing Engineer , reporting to the Operations Support Manager, you will be responsible for helping to design and oversee installation and maintenance of the various electrical, mechanical, and control systems associated with new and existing facility equipment with a concentration on electrical and control systems.

What do we want to know about you?

Associate degree (Required).

A minimum of two (2) years' experience in an industrial environment

Demonstrated experience programming/troubleshooting of PLC's especially using Rockwell Automation

Working knowledge of AutoCAD software

In depth knowledge of electrical power wiring design principles

Knowledge of the application and use of AC VFDs and other common electrical equipment

Good technical writing skills

Technical maintenance skills

Ability to Present Issues / Opportunities to RFPC Staff

Good Communication and Interaction Skills

What will your typical day look like?

Upon identification of a worthwhile project, write a project description including A) Overall project function, B) Anticipated project benefits and C) Estimated project cost obtained by working directly with vendors, contractors, and other suppliers to determine project equipment requirement. The project description is sent to RFPC management for review and approval.

Upon approval of a project, order equipment and perform required detailed mechanical and/or electrical schematics using AutoCAD software.

After applicable training, and working with MFG IT, performs detailed Rockwell Automation PLC programming and configuration required for successful project implementation.

Oversee project installation and conduct system startup

In conjunction with RFPC maintenance department, conduct/oversee routine maintenance of new equipment systems.

Install and support system upgrades to existing equipment as required

Enter new data into production systems as required

Support RFPC Lean Manufacturing programs

Conceptualize, design, and install condition-based monitoring (CBM) systems on new and existing facility equipment.

Other duties as assigned by Manufacturing Engineer

What about the Work Environment and Physical Demands of the job?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Work environment will include office, test and manufacturing areas.

Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.

The noise level in the work environment (outside of the office) is usually moderate.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $62100-85300. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.

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