Mechanical Engineer

Wabtec Corporation; Wilmerding (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 62,100 - 85,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, welfare, and retirement options

Potential annual bonus

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Wilmerding is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to develop high-quality railway freight brake components. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and applying your engineering expertise from concept through production.

The position requires a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and at least three years of relevant experience in mechanical design. The salary range for this role is $62,100 to $85,300, with a comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant mechanical design experience.
• Experience in 3D CAD and product validation testing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design requirements and validation plans.
• Perform FMEA and design model development.
• Conduct product validation tests and analyze data.
• Support manufacturing and QA with engineering documentation.

Skills

Strong technical aptitude

Strong oral and written communication skills

3D CAD proficiency

Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

LabVIEW knowledge

AutoCAD experience

Leadership skills

Problem analysis and resolution

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Creo

Windchill

ANSYS

PLC systems

Job description

Job Description

Wabtec Freight Car Products is a leader in the design and manufacture of freight car pneumatic brake equipment and corresponding automated test equipment. Products are used globally and typically governed by the Association of American Railroads (AAR). Developmental work is completed in-house through use of our wide range of resources including various software packages, test facilities, Model Shop and Materials Lab.

Who will you be working with?

You will work with the Wabtec Freight Car Products team, collaborating with cross‑functional groups to design, develop, validate and support railway freight brake components of the highest quality.

How will you make a difference?

In this role you will utilize your engineering experience and expertise to develop products from concept through production, and provide engineering support for research activities, field applications, sourcing efforts and manufacturing requests.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent field.
• At least three (3) additional years of relevant experience in mechanical design, including 3D CAD and product validation testing.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong technical aptitude and applicable engineering tools and systems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong competency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Working knowledge of LabVIEW, ANSYS, Creo, Windchill & AutoCAD a plus.
• Experience or interest with electrical control (solenoids, transducers, PLCs, etc.) for automated test equipment a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to multi‑task and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work well with cross‑functional teams.
• Some travel may be required to support projects.

Typical Day

Work independently or with a small team to design and develop new products and improvements to existing products, using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures and product requirements.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation required by the product development process such as design requirements, validation plans, 3D models/drawings, and test reports.
• Perform 3D detailed model development using Creo to create drawings and schematics.
• Perform failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).
• Coordinate part procurement and build prototype products.
• Plan, develop and execute product validation test plans.
• Specify, acquire and set up instrumentation including data acquisition systems as required for various tests.
• Analyze test data and generate test reports to determine if design meets performance, reliability, and safety requirements; recommend changes or improvements as needed.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing, quality, sourcing and sales & marketing on existing products and product lines.
• Create customer interfacing documents, such as presentations, parts catalogs and operation/maintenance instructions.
• Write engineering change documentation consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

The salary rate for this role is currently $62,100–$85,300. The actual salary offered may be influenced by 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.

Benefits include health, welfare, and retirement options, and may include an annual bonus if eligible. More information on offered benefits is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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