Locomotive Sub-Assembly Engineer - Lean Process Innovator

Wabtec; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Annual bonus

Job summary

Wabtec in Fort Worth, TX, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead projects that reduce safety risks and drive process improvements in locomotive production. You will work with cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing and quality issues, using 3D models, drawings, and engineering specs.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 2+ years in manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma knowledge, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• LEAN/Six Sigma knowledge and strong problem-solving mindset.
• Strong communication across a complex matrix and ability to lead teams.
• Experience with 3D CAD, BOM/PLM tools, and locomotive manufacturing basics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop projects that reduce safety risk across operations.
• Drive process improvements, reduce defects, and increase productivity.
• Collaborate with NPI/Lean, design, sourcing, vendors and operations to develop locomotive processes.
• Create and maintain manufacturing methods, routings, and training documentation.
• Design or procure tooling and support equipment upgrades within budget.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Problem solving

Strong communication

Lean Six Sigma

Mechanical/electrical troubleshooting

3D model/CAD knowledge

Print/Wiring diagrams

Locomotive manufacturing knowledge

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Applied Science

Tools

3D CAD tools

BOM/PLM tools

MS Office

Job description

Wabtec in Fort Worth, TX, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead projects that reduce safety risks and drive process improvements in locomotive production. You will work with cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing and quality issues, using 3D models, drawings, and engineering specs.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 2+ years in manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma knowledge, and strong communication.