Lead Engineer - Propulsion Materials & Systems Innovator

Wabtec; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive development, evaluation, and implementation of innovative materials and technologies across propulsion applications. You will work within a cross-functional team to address technical challenges, support product improvements, and advance transportation technology.

The role emphasizes laboratory testing, data analysis, and rigorous technical documentation, with opportunities to contribute to R&D, new product introductions, and manufacturing support.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience in materials development, testing, characterization, product development, research, or manufacturing support.
• Knowledge of engineering laboratory practices, experimental methods, data analysis, and problem-solving techniques.
• Experience with engineering and analytical tools such as MATLAB, Ansys, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Strong communication, collaboration, technical documentation, and project execution skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory, testing, or development activities to evaluate materials, components, and systems.
• Support projects involving materials, manufacturing processes, and product development while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet technical and business objectives.
• Perform testing, analysis, and data interpretation to support engineering decisions and product improvements.
• Develop technical reports, specifications, presentations, and engineering documentation.
• Support product development, manufacturing, quality, and reliability initiatives through technical analysis and problem solving.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, suppliers, customers, and external partners to evaluate technologies and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

MATLAB

Ansys

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Master's/PhD

Tools

MATLAB

Ansys

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Wabtec is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive development, evaluation, and implementation of innovative materials and technologies across propulsion applications. You will work within a cross-functional team to address technical challenges, support product improvements, and advance transportation technology.

The role emphasizes laboratory testing, data analysis, and rigorous technical documentation, with opportunities to contribute to R&D, new product introductions, and manufacturing support.