Design Engineer - New Product Development - job 1 of 2

Who will you be working with?

Our New Product Development team team combines knowledge of customers’ requirements with deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver new Maintenance of Way (MOW) equipment and solutions that exceeds expectations. Here you will partner with other key stakeholders to support our customers and their operations.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the New Product Dvelopment team, you will be responsible for designing functional, reliable, cost-effective Maintenance of Way products or systems within cost targets and while maintaining project schedule. You will also provide direct support to our on-site R/D team with hands-on review and troubleshooting.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Four (4) + years in industry related field.
• Experience in design structures and mechanisms.
• Experience with electrical control and hydraulic systems.
• Results driven.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Experienced in 3D CAD modeling. Proficiency in Pro E Creo is preferred.
• Mechanism analysis using standard methods (hand calculations) and/or computer simulation (mechanical preferred).
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

What will your typical day look like?

• Plans and organizes design work on individual components or pieces as assigned by the Project Leader.
• Uses CAD systems to layout, design and modify existing equipment and produce drawings for new or existing equipment.
• Performs engineering calculations on new and existing designs.
• Maintains individual design schedule to ensure on-time completion as determined by Project Leader.
• Creates designs within pre-defined schedule and cost targets and supports implementation in Production.
• Advise Project Leader on a regular basis as to the status of the design. 
• Creates and maintains bills of materials and writes engineering change orders.
• Interfaces with others during the design, building and field-testing of prototypes or production models – i.e. Production, Testing, Sourcing, Planning, Suppliers or Customers.
• Presents and participates in design reviews.
• Meets requirements on function, reliability, safety and performance of equipment operation.
• Troubleshoot and solve equipment problems.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Work is primarily light duty and requires the ability to regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• This position requires the ability to sit, stand and walk unassisted. Requires the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls.
• The employee is required to talk and hear.
• Normal correctable vision is required.
• Travel less than 5%

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $68,900-98,200. 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.

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