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 our website to learn more!
Role Summary / Purpose
This role is responsible for coordinating instrumentation and data acquisition for the validation of mechanical and electrical components and subsystems. The work spans both laboratory-based testing and field validation at customer sites and on/off track locations, supporting robust product development and accelerated design cycles.
Essential Responsibilities:
Define instrumentation, equipment, fixturing, and test setups for static and dynamic performance testing.Conduct in-process test result checks, process test data, and correlate results with physical phenomena to support engineering analysis and design decisions.Translate engineering requirements into executable test plans and ensure timely, high-quality execution.Provide accurate time estimates for testing activities to support project planning.Lead design reviews for test plans, procedures, and results; ensure thorough documentation of outcomes.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (EHS, Facilities, Compliance, Import/Export, Logistics) to enable smooth execution of test plans.Uphold strong standards of integrity, compliance, and safety throughout all validation activities.Qualifications & Technical Expertise
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Power Electronics, Mechatronic or Instrumentation Engineering from a reputed institute.Minimum 8 years of experience in design, development, and majority in testing/validation, in the railway or heavy-duty vehicle industry.Expertise in Instrumentation & Testing using strain gauges, accelerometers, microphones, thermocouples, load cells, and displacement sensors. Experience with dynamic and static testing of preferably in railway systems / heavy-duty vehicles.Skilled Data Acquisition & Processing in systems such as NI, LMS Mobile/Lab SCADAS, HBM Quantum X, and Yokogawa. Proficient in tools like LMS, FAMOS, and Catman, with experience in PSD analysis, rainflow counting, filtering, colormap generation, FFT, order tracking, waterfalls and GPS data interpretation and ability to assess the data quality checks on-the-fly.Knowledge in Electrical Systems & Controls of diesel-electric locomotive architecture, AC/DC drives, and electrical infrastructure. Experience in designing and validating high-to-low voltage systems, including components like cables, relays, transformers, electro-magnetic components, etc. Familiarity with NI LabVIEW and PLC/SCADA-based control systems.Proficiency in use of Instrumentation Tools such as oscilloscopes, function generators, power analyzers, and a wide range of sensors (temperature, flow, pressure, speed, strain gauges, voltage, current, battery systems, arc-flash measurement, modal analysis/frequency testing, vibration & acoustics, IWS, etc) and telemetry through inductive power and data transmission, RF or WIFI enabled device selections and effectively use them in lab and field conditionsFamiliarity with ISO or equivalent railway standards for lab/field test execution.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with willingness to travel (~25%) within India or global sites, and work across cross-functional teams.Desired Characteristics
Proven initiative, resourcefulness, and leadership in technical environments.Experience in the design and validation of electro-mechanical systems, particularly for locomotives or off-highway vehicles.Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and work independently.Strong organizational skills and a collaborative mindset.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! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
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.