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 will you be working with?

You'll be joining Wabtec Bus Solutions, a team driving innovation in Transit Bus & Rail systems, including passenger door systems, wheelchair lifts & ramps, e-Bus charging systems, driver’s protective barriers, and more. We blend technical expertise with deep product knowledge to deliver high-impact solutions for our customers and communities.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Wabtec Bus Solutions division, you’ll lead a mechanical engineering team focused on a mix of door systems, wheelchair lifts/ramps, windows, driver’s barriers, charging products, and other bus-related product lines. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll manage product design and development, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative mechanical and electro-mechanical solutions.

What do we want to know about you?

You may be a good fit if you have:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited);Master’s degree and/or MBA is a plus10+ years of relevant experience & 3+ years in leadershipProven leadership including project management, team mentoring, and prioritizationExperience with development of mechanical based systems in transportationStrong knowledge of mechanical design of systems and components including engineering & manufacturing principles, practices, and proceduresExcellent communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to drive change and innovationWorking knowledge in DFMEA, RCA, APQP/NPD Stage Gate, PPAP, Lean Six SigmaProficiency in SolidWorks or similarThe below Competencies:Leadership: Provides clear direction, sets performance expectations, discusses performance regularly, and acts when needed.Coaching: Aids in development, gives feedback, helps identify strengths and weaknesses, and evaluates progress.Delegation: Delegates tasks appropriately, provides decision-making authority, and allows freedom in task execution.Planning and Organizing: Plans work effectively, sets priorities, communicates plans, and prepares for potential issues.Management Control: Monitors project progress, reports on it, and anticipates disruptions.Problem Analysis: Collects and organizes information, identifies trends, and makes connections for analysis.Learning Ability: Applies new knowledge, seeks feedback, and adapts behavior based on new information.Written Communication: Writes clear, concise, and reader-focused communications.Teamwork: Works towards collective results, stimulates teamwork, and helps others achieve their goals.Adaptability: Adjusts activities and behavior in response to changes and proposes effective ways to handle them.Integrity: Takes responsibility for actions, maintains confidentiality, and is honest about risks and opportunities.Results Orientation: Sets and achieves ambitious goals, delivers results, and proposes more efficient methods.

What will your typical day look like?

Oversee design and development of mechanical productsLead and develop a team of local and/or remote engineersSet team goals, priorities, providing coaching, and clear feedbackRegularly improve/adapt internally for more effective and efficient workDrive and approve engineering designs, drawings, & specificationsEnsure compliance with industry standards and safety regulationsCollaborate with customers and stakeholdersDrive projects from concept to production launchDevelop and enforce processes for timely, cost-effective, quality deliverablesDrive initiatives to maintain Bus Solutions' market leadershipTroubleshoot and resolve design and process issuesDevelop and track to team KPI’s (key performance indicators)Foster a positive, internal and external customer focused, work environment

What are the physical demands of the job?

Primarily office-based workUse a computer for extended periodsOccasionally lift/move up to 25 poundsStand, walk, and navigate facilitiesOccasional travel (10%) to customers and manufacturing sites

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

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).

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between

$77,400.00-$110,300.00

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 an annual bonus, if eligible.

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.