Mechanical Engineer

Wabtec Corporation • Wilmerding, PA • 3h ago

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec Freight Car Products is a leader in the design and manufacture of freight car pneumatic brake equipment and corresponding automated test equipment. Products are used globally and typically governed by the Association of American Railroads (AAR). Developmental work is completed in-house through use of our wide range of resources including; various software packages, test facilities, Model Shop and Materials Lab.

How will you make a difference?

In this role you will utilize your engineering experience and expertise to solve problems and develop solutions which will impact short-term and long-term business goals. This position will develop products from concept through production. This position will also provide engineering support services for: research activities, field applications, sourcing efforts and manufacturing requests. The goal is to design and make railway freight brake components that are innovative and of the highest quality.

What do we want to know about you?

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent field.

At least three (3) additional years of relevant experience in mechanical design, including 3D CAD, and product validation testing.

Desired Characteristics:

Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems

Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively describe concepts, designs, and analysis to a broad audience

Strong competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project

Working knowledge of Labview, Ansys, Creo, Windchill & AutoCad a plus.

Experience or interest with electrical control (solenoids, transducers, PLCs, etc.) for automated test equipment a plus

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

Ability to multi-task and to adjust and be flexible with shifting priorities

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work well with cross-functional teams.

Some travel may be required to support projects.

What will your typical day look like?

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work independently or with a small team to design and development new products, and improvements 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 (formally Pro-E) to create drawings and schematics.

Perform failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).

Coordinate part procurement and build proto@type product.

Plan, develop and execute product validation test plans.

Specify, acquire and set up instrumentation including data acquisition systems as required for various tests.

Analyze test data and generate test reports to determine if design meets performance, reliability, and safety requirements; recommend changes/improvements as needed.

Provide engineering support to manufacturing, quality, sourcing and sales & marketing on existing products and product lines.

Create customer interfacing documents, such as: presentations, parts catalogs and operation/maintenance instructions.

Write engineering change documentation consistent with engineering policies and procedures.

Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.

Other duties as assigned

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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.

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