Lead Engineer, Engine Wiring Harnesses

Wabtec; Grove City (Mercer County); On-site; USD 71,500 - 98,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus

Health, welfare & retirement benefits

Job summary

Wabtec’s Engine & Power Solutions Technology team seeks a Lead Engineer to own engine wiring harness design and validation for reciprocating engines at Grove City, PA. You’ll support cost reduction via alternate sourcing and remanufacturing, with manufacturing and assembly input at the Grove City facilities.

The role requires 2–5 years in engine development, proficiency in reliability and DFMEA, and strong cross‑functional leadership. Relocation may be offered; on‑site work in Grove City, PA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 2–5 years of experience supporting reciprocating or internal combustion engine development
• Knowledge of internal combustion engine component design for heavy‑duty/off‑road applications
• Experience executing reliability improvement projects with root cause analysis
• Ability to develop validation plans and reliability analyses (Weibull analysis)
• Proven ability to deliver results and lead technical efforts cross‑functionally with Sourcing, Manufacturing and Quality
• Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Customer‑centric mindset with leadership and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering ownership and technical guidance for engine wiring harness design, development, integration and assembly
• Evaluate and disposition non‑conforming material to minimize manufacturing impact
• Assist production and field service with troubleshooting electrical issues
• Provide technical leadership to cross‑functional teams supporting reliability, cost reduction and new product introduction
• Author and manage engineering documentation including CAD models, drawings and wiring schematics
• Initiate and execute Engineering Change Requests to maintain design documentation
• Lead component‑level DFMEAs and safety analyses
• Protect company intellectual property throughout the product life cycle

Skills

Component design

DFMEAs

Weibull analysis

Reliability improvement

Electrical wiring harnesses

Cross-functional leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Who will you be working with?

The Engine & Power Solutions Technology team’s Vision is to create innovation with purpose. We are at the heart of Wabtec’s decarbonization journey. We create solutions that matter to the world & our business.

Mission: “We deliver robust leading-edge Engine, Turbocharger, Fuel Cell & Cooling Systems technology. We make it real. We drive competitive advantage. Measure us on added value; we help the business to grow and win… we compete & win.”

How will you make a difference?

The Lead Engineer will have technical ownership of engine wiring harnesses for internal combustion engines. Responsibilities include component design and design validation, supporting cost reduction initiatives through alternate sourcing and remanufacturing process optimization, and providing manufacturing and assembly support at Wabtec’s Grove City, PA engine facilities (GRV and GRR). This position is in-person, on-site, located in Grove City, PA.

The role requires demonstrated experience in reciprocating engine development with component‑level expertise to develop and evaluate designs that satisfy application‑specific requirements for durability, performance, reliability, and total life‑cycle cost.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution; Master’s degree preferred
• 2–5 years of experience supporting reciprocating or internal combustion engine development
• Knowledge of internal combustion engine component design, with experience in heavy‑duty/off‑road applications (e.g., locomotive, mining, industrial)
• Demonstrated experience executing reliability improvement projects, including root cause analysis and verification/validation of solutions
• Ability to develop and execute component validation plans and reliability analyses (including Weibull analysis)
• Proven ability to deliver results and lead technical efforts in a dynamic, cross‑functional environment with Sourcing, Manufacturing, and Quality teams
• Strong project management, communication (oral and written), and interpersonal skills
• Customer‑centric mindset with effective team leadership and collaboration skills

What will your typical day look like?

• Provide engineering ownership and technical guidance for engine wiring harness design, development, integration and assembly.
• Evaluate and disposition non‑conforming material (use, repair, or scrap) in a timely manner to minimize manufacturing impact at the Grove City facility
• Assist production and field service with troubleshooting electrical issues
• Provide technical leadership to cross‑functional teams supporting component reliability, cost reduction initiatives (alternate sourcing), and new product introduction
• Author and manage engineering documentation, including CAD models, drawings, AutoCAD 2D point-to-point wiring schematics and specifications
• Initiate and execute Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) to maintain accurate design documentation
• Lead component‑level DFMEAs and safety analyses
• Ensure protection of company intellectual property throughout the product life cycle

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

More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

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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 rate for this role is currently $71500-98100 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 annual bonus, if eligible.

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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