Locomotive Maintenance Materials Advisor

Wabtec Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Minnesota seeks a Locomotive Maintenance Materials Technical Advisor (MTA) to blend technical advisory with materials management for a major railroad customer. You’ll work inside locomotive repair shops, in close collaboration with customer teams, managing inventory and guiding repairs, with a strong customer-centric focus and overnight shift coverage.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or equivalent, willingness to work varied shifts, proficiency in MS Office, and proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 2-year degree with 2 years of professional work experience, or a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of Operations or Military leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Provide clear communication and technical guidance to railroad employees and management on troubleshooting, material assistance, tooling and locomotive status
• Coordinate and provide instruction on key programs and procedures related to locomotive maintenance and modifications
• Provide technical mentorship to teams, including troubleshooting, material handling, tooling, safety procedures, and contract requirement clarification
• Provide clear communication to employees, customer management, and Wabtec management on work to be performed, equipment status, efficiency, and process improvements
• Work with teams to promote, maintain, and drive continuous improvement in safe work practices while supervising productivity, quality assurance, and adherence to contract requirements
• Ensure compliance with all governmental regulations, OSHA work practices, and industry/site specific work rules
• Work with employees and management on establishing production plans for labor, material, and logistics
• Work with various software systems to run material, labor plans, and other systemic requirements

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Attendance & Reliability

Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree

2-year degree + 2 years experience

High School Diploma / GED + 4 years experience

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Wabtec Corporation in Minnesota seeks a Locomotive Maintenance Materials Technical Advisor (MTA) to blend technical advisory with materials management for a major railroad customer. You’ll work inside locomotive repair shops, in close collaboration with customer teams, managing inventory and guiding repairs, with a strong customer-centric focus and overnight shift coverage.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or equivalent, willingness to work varied shifts, proficiency in MS Office, and proven