Engineering Technical Lead

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.

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. The freight portfolio features a comprehensive line of locomotives, software applications and a broad selection of mission-critical controls systems, including Positive Train Control (PTC). The transit portfolio provides highly-engineered systems and services to virtually every major rail transit system around the world, supplying an integrated series of components for buses and all train-related market segments that deliver safety, efficiency and passenger comfort. Along with its industry-leading portfolio of products and solutions for the rail and transit industries, Wabtec is a leader in mining, marine and industrial solutions. 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.

Role Summary/Purpose:

You will be responsible for engineering design & development of Cabs structure and packaging as per system / subsystem level requirements complying with standards specified. You will be working on Latest Technology, high business impact, Global Projects that give exposure to working with senior technologists & leaders. You will be demonstrating strong technical skills to meet business critical needs and by following robust Wabtec Engineering processes. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Design and development of Cabs and its components for locomotive application using sound Engineering principles, adhering to business standards/ processes and as per program requirements.
• Ability to understand the system requirements flow down to sub-system. Develop concepts and evaluate, identify risks and mitigation plans to address them.
• Proficiency in performing hand calculations for stress, strain, & bolted, Welded joints on sheet metal designs.
• Collaborate with FEA engineers to validate designs through simulations and analyses per industry standards/design guides and best practices.
• Develop and implement design fixes to address identified gaps and enhance structural integrity.
• Take the design through technical reviews. Document the technical data consistent with Engineering policies and quality procedures.
• Provide shop support for in-house manufacturing and address supplier/field issues.
• Interfacing with cross functional stakeholders across the organization.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
• Participate in organizational initiatives and team activities.
• Participate/Chair Design review process involving Cross functional to review design scope, Design intent & design output.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring Cost, Quality & schedule.
• Prepare Verification & validation plan for various functionalities of cabs.
• Anticipate Design Risk Analysis & able to Provide corrective actions.  
• Ownership of stated technical / safety / cost / reliability / performance requirements for structural and packaging design. 
• Interactions will include engineering sub-system teams; systems engineering; drafting team and manufacturing across the global sites. 
• Write drawing change requests and interface with drafting team for layouts, detail design, drawings and change implementation. 
• Review and approve designs developed by Wabtec designers & detailed drawings completed by drafting. 
• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles.
• Guide & Mentor new Engineers on technical / safety / cost / reliability / performance requirements for structural and packaging design.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Or Equivalent with 15+ years of industry experience with increased responsibilities.
• Working experience in the Mechanical design/ Heavy/Light fabrication area.
• Expertise in structural design ownership with affinity for calculation of material strength/Fatigue, bolted joint, welded joint etc.
• Knowledge of FEA is added advantage.
• Experience with design verification processes and hand calculations.
• Exposure to FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability in navigate UG/Teamcenter.
• Knowledge of Product Life Cycle Management.
• Basic knowledge of ASME Y14.5M, GD&T, Tolerance stack up & AWS spec’s.
• Sound knowledge of DFMA & DFM.
• Good communication and Presentation skills.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong technical aptitude, including applicable Engineering tools and systems.
• Strong sense of responsibility and deadline, team player and can work under pressure.

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.

Location: Bengaluru, India

Time Type: Full time

Job Type: Regular

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.