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Wabtec Corporation Wreck Repair Project Engineer in Erie, Pennsylvania
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has 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, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
Who will you be working with?
The mission of the Fleet Innovation & Transformation team is to accelerate fleet transformation by consistently providing compelling solutions and innovative technologies that improve reliability, sustainability, and performance.
How will you make a difference?
The Wreck Repair Project engineer will lead initiatives and projects to improve and reduce the wreck repair cycle time processes. In this role, you will work closely with Product Management teams to expedite proposals and Supply Chain to drive schedule and looking for alternatives to reduce material lead time and work on material forecast based on previous programs. In addition, you will also work closely with the Program Manager and Services team to arrange satisfactory program scheduling for customer projects. This role will require close coordination within Wabtec’s manufacturing and fulfillment organizations, account manager, customer´s project manager / shops supervisors and product management.
What do we want to know about you?
Qualifications/Requirements:
Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical engineering degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 3 years of experience in Engineering, Sourcing or Manufacturing environment
Minimum of 3 years of experience managing projects or programs
Minimum of 3 years of Field Service or Repair Services experience
Willingness and ability to travel to domestic and international locations
Experience in information handling, data analysis and presentation
Advanced knowledge in Power BI, Power apps, Access, MS Office
Must have unrestricted access to work in the United States
Desired Characteristics:
Solid Project Management Skills: ability to drive project execution and clearly track status
Strong Communication Skills: ability to clearly articulate progress/status to internal/external customers at an executive level
Strong business acumen and commercial savvy
Ability to manage effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Ability to work in a matrix organization across channels and cultures
Ability to energize teams through inclusiveness and connection with people
Knowledge of Oracle and CAS inventory/materials applications
Strong oral and written communication skills
Results oriented, self-motivated, adaptable and an interchangeable team member
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills, often involving internal and external Engineering, Quality, and Sourcing / supplier teams
Demonstrated commitment to process improvement
Strong hands-on production/process experience and aptitude
What will your typical day look like?
Lead initiatives to reduce repair cycle time processes
Provide support during the wreck repair proposal process
Schedule, resolve issues, track material availability and provide technical advice for out-of-scope repair work
Explore process streamlining and improvements to positively affect lead times and complications associated with materials required at less than standard lead time schedules
Provide additional project and/or material support to the team as required
Develop and nurture relationship with internal and external customers
Understanding of all major locomotive functions and systems
Work with the material team in order to provide alternatives to get the material needed for the repair programs
Develop processes aimed at safely and accurately performing operations and repairs to locomotives
Provide direct interface with customers during proposal, execution and delivery phases
Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. 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.