Process Engineer

Wabtec; Avellino; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

Flexible hours

Canteen

Welfare platform

Job summary

Wabtec in Avellino, Campania, Italy is seeking a Process Engineer to support development, industrialization and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes across the plant. You will help transfer new products from development to production, define and validate processes, and ensure compliance with standards.

You will collaborate with R&D, Quality and Production teams, prepare technical documentation, lead root cause analyses, and drive cost reductions and efficiency gains through Lean/Six

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, industrialization, or continuous improvement environments.
• Good CAD knowledge and familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and CAPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support transfer of new products and processes from development to production.
• Define and validate manufacturing processes, parameters and work cycles.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality and Production to ensure product launch readiness.
• Prepare and support release of technical documentation (work instructions, PFMEA, Control Plans).
• Lead process and product validation activities and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Process engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

CAD

PFMEA

Control Plan

SPC

CAPA

Job description

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How will you make a difference?

As a Process Engineer you’ll support the development, industrialization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with company standards. This role plays a key part in the implementation of new products and processes, change management activities, and the optimization of operational performance.

What will your typical day look like?

• Support the transfer of new products and processes from the development phase to production.
• Define and validate manufacturing processes, including process parameters and work cycles.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to ensure successful product launch and manufacturing readiness.
• Prepare and/or support the release of technical documentation, including work instructions, PFMEA, and Control Plans.
• Participate in process and product validation activities.

Change Control:

• Manage and coordinate process and product changes through the Engineering Change Control process.
• Assess the technical, quality, manufacturing, and cost impacts of proposed changes.
• Ensure proper implementation, documentation, and traceability of all changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments, including Quality, Supply Chain, and Production.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and internal procedures.

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

• Analyze process performance using relevant operational and quality metrics.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational excellence.
• Implement optimization projects aimed at cost reduction, quality enhancement, and efficiency improvement.
• Lead root cause analyses and define corrective and preventive actions.
• Support problem-solving activities related to non-conformities and process deviations.

Cross-Functional Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to Production for troubleshooting activities and process stabilization.
• Collaborate with suppliers on technical improvements and component industrialization initiatives.
• Contribute to process standardization and digitalization projects.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements and company policies.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Chemical, or related discipline).
• Previous experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, industrialization, or continuous improvement environments.
• Good CAD knowledge.
• Knowledge of quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, and CAPA is considered an advantage.
• Professional Italian and English languages.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and industrialization methodologies.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement tools (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis).
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Good project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

What do we offer?

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Benefits, including: flexible hours, canteen, welfare platform
• The current salary for this role ranges from €30,000 to €40,000. The actual salary offered to the candidate may be influenced by various factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base salary range is subject to change and may be reviewed in the future.

Legal authorization to work in EU is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalized agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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