Deputy Manager-Process Engineering

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.

Key missions of the position:

• Installation and Maintenance: Oversee the installation, testing and maintenance of wiring systems in various products & applications.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve wiring issues, ensuring systems are functioning correctly and safely.
• Compliance: Ensure all wiring work complies with relevant standards, codes, and regulations.
• Industrialization: Create and develop industrial automation systems, SPM, production processes, and workflows
• Build, manage, and improve on a continuous improvement basis the industrial and industrial oriented and connected activities of Energy, comfort & Access (EC&A) product line, meeting the needs of the customer, reach and optimize the goals in terms of Quality, Cost & Deliveries.

Responsibilities

Product Assembly Wiring

• Develop detailed plans for wiring installations in various product & applications
• Oversee the installation of wiring systems, ensuring they are correctly and safely implemented
• Perform regular maintenance and inspections to ensure the integrity and functionality of wiring systems
• Identify & procure the right tools and machineries for wiring harness preparation (cable cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, insulating, etc.)
• Maintain the wiring related tools and equipment and it’s spares
• Train, certify and oversee the wiring operators
• Provide estimations for wiring requirements for upcoming projects
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to wiring systems
• Implement solutions to fix wiring problems and prevent future issues
• Develop test benches for wiring harness testing – continuity, HV, functional, etc.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures for wiring projects
• Implement innovative solutions to improve wiring processes and systems
• Support in resolving electrical issues in test benches, equipment, etc.

Industrialization:

• Design, prove, implement and maintain production processes to deliver product on time, to quality requirements and to cost.
• Drive continuous improvement activities in quality, cycle times, process improvement, machine availability through lean techniques and value engineering to enhance the capability of existing processes and remove waste.
• Drive validation plans to ensure robust and comprehensive technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain project plans and budget profiles to ensure delivery of milestones to agreed cost targets and timescales.
• Identify and justify capital equipment investment.
• Prepare & update key process documents (PFD, PFMEA and WI/AIS) with the support of CFT Team.
• Analyse process downtime, identify trends and develop solutions (CA/PA).
• To create the standard for MOST, MH, Capacity, Ergonomics & Layout planning

Systems & Compliance:

• Ensure all wiring work complies with relevant standards, codes, and regulations
• Maintain detailed records of wiring installations, modifications, and repairs
• Prepare reports and documentation for project tracking and compliance purposes
• Frequently conduct audit on wiring tools, operators and quality
• Conduct inspections and tests to ensure the quality and reliability of wiring installations

Skills & Knowledge:

• Electrical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical principles and components
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Proficiency in wiring, soldering, and crimping, wire routing techniques
• Skilled in using hand tools and power tools for cutting, drilling, and assembling components
• Knowledge in electrical panel wiring standards
• IPC/WHMA-A-620: Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies
• IPC-D-620: Design and Critical Process Requirements for Cable and Wiring Harnesses
• IPC J-STD-001: Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies
• Experience with testing and inspecting electrical systems to ensure functionality and safety

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.