LEAD Program - Engineering

Wabtec; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation lump sum

Job summary

Wabtec is launching the LEAD Engineering Rotational Program in Erie, PA, offering a structured path through multiple engineering domains. You will rotate through systems, controls, software, and electronics while gaining practical experience and pursuing in-house and Penn State World Campus training.

The program emphasizes leadership development, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration, with opportunities to relocate within the United States after completion and relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Four-year technical degree with ABET Accreditation in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• Overall GPA >= 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale
• Graduating by December 2026/January 2027 or May/June 2027
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate within the United States to Erie, PA
• Prior intern or co-op experience preferred
• Open to applicants legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Participate in LEAD Engineering rotations to gain broad exposure across engineering functions
• Engage in leadership and technical training, contributing to program execution
• Develop a lifelong network of colleagues through program engagement

Skills

ABET-accredited degree

Travel/Relocation willingness

Internship/Co-op experience

US work authorization

Strong engineering passion

Education

ABET-accredited 4-year engineering degree

Graduating by Dec 2026/Jan 2027/May/Jun 2027

Job description

Do you have a passion for technology & technical excellence, a drive to test yourself & continue learning, and a desire to be part of a company focused on improving the world? This role is perfect for you. Let's kickstart your career in Wabtec's LEAD Engineering Rotational Program.

What to Expect in LEAD (Leadership, Expertise & Accelerated Development):

The LEAD Engineering Program is a rotational program that allows you choose areas of interest and develop your skill sets. LEAD consists of rotations that are intended to provide a broad exposure to engineering functions, to successfully launch your career at Wabtec. You can focus on some of the industry's most exciting trends in systems, controls, alternative fuels, engines, cooling, energy storage, testing, core electronics, embedded software, and more. This program also emphasizes continuous education through advanced studies in partnership with Penn State World Campus as well as in-house technical training.

But that's not all! Your program experience will include leadership and technical training, contributions to program execution, exposure to senior leadership, community outreach and support, and development of a lifelong network of colleagues and friends.

Location: Erie, PA

Individuals joining the LEAD Engineering Program in the US will work from Erie, PA while on Program but may pursue roles outside of Erie upon completion of the LEAD Program based on availability.

Relocation lump sum is provided where applicable.

Requirements - We are looking for:

• Four-year technical degree with ABET Accreditation in: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other related technical degree
• Overall GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 (based upon 4.0 scale)
• Graduating by December 2026/January 2027 or May/June 2027
• Willingness and ability to travel and/or relocate within the United States to Erie, PA
• Prior intern or co-op experience preferred
• Open to applicants legally authorized to work in the U.S., without the need for current or future work status authorization or visa sponsorship for employment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong commitment to a career in technology with a passion and aptitude for engineering and/or software
• General understanding of engineering, software and/or manufacturing fundamentals with desire to continue learning

Ability to solve technical challenges through application of common design practices and methods