Advanced Lead Engineer – Compressed Air

It s not just about your career or job title It s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world Because whether it s for each other or our customers we put People First When our people come together we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it If you are constantly striving to grow you re in good company We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations and we want someone who is ready to move with us It s not just about your career or job title It s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world Because whether it s for each other or our customers we put People First When our people come together we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it If you are constantly striving to grow you re in good company We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations and we want someone who is ready to move with us Who are we Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment systems digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining marine and industrial markets Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport the company has grown to become One Wabtec with 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 and unlocks our customers potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world Visit to learn more Who will you be working with Our best-in-class Compressed Air team maintains deep domain expertise related to the entire compressed air sub-system performance Here you ll interact with various internal and external customers to transform compressed air performance across the transportation industry Our global team consist of engineers that work together to address real word challenges create customer specific solutions and develop innovative reliable products How will you make a difference As an Advanced Lead Engineer within the compressed air team you will be responsible for concept development detail design work and validation activities for the compressed air sub-systems and components used in the rail industry This includes Defining component level requirements to meet system performance and reliability requirements Selecting and validating compressed air system components to meet requirements Evaluating and testing system dynamic performance and reliability Developing locomotive compressed air system layouts while working with a global cross functional team to integrate into a completed locomotive Developing and preparing instructions for assembly methods and constraints Monitor and communicate project status business issues and significant developments Engage with suppliers to perform concept and detailed performance and reliability analysis Support the sourcing function in development and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives Provide root cause analysis leadership interfacing with leadership and customer Assist manufacturing team with producibility and troubleshooting activities uncovered during pilot builds Work with drafting organization on drawing development and routing details Facilitate locomotive testing for compressed air design validation Provide mentorship and project guidance with peers Work with field service teams to address reliability and maintenance issues in a timely manner Qualifications Requirements Bachelor s degree in mechanical engineering Experience in compressed air system application and or component design Desired Characteristics Experience with compressed air systems on mobile equipment Experience with compressed air system application in rail industry Experience selecting and testing compressors air dryers filters and valves mechanical and electro-pneumatic Experience in compressed air piping layout integration Experience in writing test plans executing tests and interpreting test data Experience providing status and findings to customers and leadership What will your typical day look like Lead detailed design reviews with internal and or external stakeholders Execute on assigned project milestones with guidance from senior engineering resources specifically - analysis design test and integration tasks Monitoring and communicating project status business issues and significant developments - to direct management and cross functional organization Participate in project planning and contribute to the overall program strategy - Scope effort review TG planning EDOT schedules etc Developing and preparing instructions procedures for assembly and validation activities review and interpret test data for business decisions Collaborate with peers on best practices knowledge sharing personal technical growth issue resolution and resource assistance as needed Provide miscellaneous technical support to extended organization - sales quality manufacturing and marketing teams Support factory for build issue resolution validation troubleshooting and procedural documentation as needed Provide root cause analysis interfacing within team leadership and potentially customer Validate new components and subassemblies author release of drawings and specifications Generate engineering documents DFMEA Design Review materials Purchase Specs Meeting Notes Detailed presentations etc Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences expertise and backgrounds that bring us together At Wabtec we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated To fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership diversity and inclusion We aim to employ the world s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better 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 Who are we Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment systems digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining marine and industrial markets Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport the company has grown to become One Wabtec with 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 and unlocks our customers potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world Visit our website to learn more Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences expertise and backgrounds that bring us together At Wabtec we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated To fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership diversity and inclusion We aim to employ the world s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better 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