Mechanical Engineer II: Transit Bus & Rail Systems

Wabtec Corp.; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corp. in Buffalo Grove, IL, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer within Wabtec Bus Solutions to design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for bus and rail systems. You will support DFMEA, hand calculations, and DFMA processes, create detailed drawings, and collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain to ensure DFM/DFA alignment.

Relocation assistance may be considered. You will participate in prototype builds, test planning, and analyze test results to drive design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Basic project management skills (scopes, plans, costs).
• Experience supporting development of mechanical based systems in transportation.
• Familiarity with mechanical design of systems and components including engineering & manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures.
• Basic problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with NPD Stage Gate, DFMEA, Problem Solving Techniques, DFM/DFA, Engineering Analysis, & Hand Calculations.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently on defined tasks and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing mechanical systems, including components and subassemblies.
• Create and revise detailed drawings, layouts, and schematics.
• Contribute to innovation & patents.
• Support senior engineers in designs, DFMEAs, and validation testing.
• Participate in prototype builds and test planning.
• Analyze test results and recommend design improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain for DFM/DFA alignment.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues.
• Maintain clear documentation and communication across teams.
• Support field service and sales teams in resolving technical issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team-based problem-solving.

Skills

Mechanical design

DFMEA

Hand Calculations

Engineering Analysis

NPD Stage Gate

DFM/DFA

SolidWorks

Project management

Transportation

Time management

Independent work

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks or similar

Job description

Wabtec Corp. in Buffalo Grove, IL, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer within Wabtec Bus Solutions to design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for bus and rail systems. You will support DFMEA, hand calculations, and DFMA processes, create detailed drawings, and collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain to ensure DFM/DFA alignment.

Relocation assistance may be considered. You will participate in prototype builds, test planning, and analyze test results to drive design