LEAD Program – Operations

Wabtec; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation lump sum

Leadership training program

Job summary

Wabtec's LEAD Operations program is a 2-year rotational development track with four 6-month rotations across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and EHS.

You will receive leadership and technical training, exposure to senior leadership, and a relocation lump sum to support your placements. Graduates will move into roles aligned with program outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduating by December 2026/January 2027 or May/June 2027
• Willingness and ability to travel and/or relocate within the United States
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
• Overall GPA ≥ 3.0 (4.0 scale)

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 2-year rotational program with four 6-month rotations across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and EHS
• Engage in leadership and technical training and contribute to program operations
• Interact with senior leadership and build a professional network
• Relocation lump sum provided to support placement

Skills

Engineering mindset

Supply chain fundamentals

Manufacturing fundamentals

Project management

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Travel/relocation willingness

Learning agility

Education

Four-year degree in supply chain, industrial, electrical, mechanical engineering or related fields

Job description

Do you have a passion for manufacturing, technology & supply chain 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 Operations rotational development program.

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

The LEAD Operations Program is a 2-year rotational program that allows you to explore multiple areas of interest and develop your skill sets. LEAD consists of four, 6-month rotations that are intended to provide a broad exposure to the engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and EHS functions leading to successful off program placement in a role that will launch your Wabtec career. You can focus on some of our industry’s most impactful areas in LEAN, 6sigma, supply chain, logistics, materials, testing, services, sourcing, leadership/supervision, additive and more.

But that’s not all! Your program experience will include leadership and technical training, contributions to program operations, exposure to senior leadership, and development of a lifelong network of professionals and friends.

Locations:

Individuals joining the program in the US must be willing and available to accept rotations in any of our locations based on business needs. Examples of those locations include but are not limited to Erie, Grove City & Pittsburgh, PA, Greenville, Duncan & Columbia SC, Kansas City, MO, Fort Worth, TX, Germantown, MD, Las Vegas, NV and Salem, VA.

Relocation lump sum is provided to get you where you need to go.

Requirements - We are looking for:

• Four-year degree in: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Environmental Health & Safety, Systems Engineering & other related technical degrees.
• Graduating by December 2026/January 2027 or May/June 2027
• Willingness and ability travel and/or relocate with the United States
• 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.
• Overall GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 (based upon 4.0 scale)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• A strong commitment to a career in engineering, supply chain or manufacturing
• General understanding of engineering, supply chain or manufacturing fundamentals with desire to continue learning
• Prior intern, co-op, or research experience in engineering, supply chain, logistics, sourcing, manufacturing or relevant areas
• Ability to learn new skills sets quickly to be able to make an impact in new roles, situations
• Strong customer focus (internal or external), ability to understand the value proposition for the customer, and commitment to deliver the best value proposition
• Demonstrated program / project management skills working on and leading teams
• Leadership experience inside and/or outside the classroom; ability to communicate & tailor messages up and down the leadership chain
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate problems in clear and simple terms; strong analytical skills
• Ability to solve problems, contribute to creative solutions and challenge the status quo
• Resilience & ability to pivot with changing directives and metrics
• Proactively learns new tools and identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes their adoption
• Desire to lead people and processes as a front line supervisor

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $72000-72000 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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