Mechanical Sustaining Engineer — Product Improvements

Wabtec Corporation; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Salem, VA seeks a Mechanical Engineer to own product lines, drive improvements, and manage sustaining releases from concept through implementation.

You will collaborate with Design Engineering, use SolidWorks, GD&T, and ERP tools, and contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives in a hands-on environment; this on-site role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Experience with Oracle or other ERP systems.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• 3+ years’ experience in engineering and manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years’ experience in solid modeling (SolidWorks) and PDM/Windchill.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerancing, materials and manufacturing processes, and DFM/ DFA principles.
• Lean/continuous improvement background.
• Experience in rail, transit, braking systems, or industrial components (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of product lines, driving improvements in performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Coordinate Engineering Drawing Release Notices: complete and communicate Engineering drawing/BOM releases.
• Data Entry: manage business system changes to support company requirements.
• Support new product development, sustaining efforts, and project management; coordinate prototypes, quotes, timelines, and vendor coordination.
• Transform concepts into engineering solutions using SolidWorks and 2D drafting tools.
• Ensure designs meet customer, regulatory, and performance requirements.
• Design and execute engineering validation tests for performance and durability.
• Analyze test data and implement design improvements.
• Research and select qualified suppliers to support innovation and product needs.
• Apply Lean principles to eliminate waste and improve design-to-production flow.
• Clearly communicate design intent, risks, and progress to stakeholders.

Skills

3+ years engineering experience

MS Office

ERP experience

Time management

Lean/continuous improvement

GD&T knowledge

Rail/transit knowledge

SolidWorks experience

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM/Windchill

Oracle ERP

Job description

Wabtec Corporation in Salem, VA seeks a Mechanical Engineer to own product lines, drive improvements, and manage sustaining releases from concept through implementation.

You will collaborate with Design Engineering, use SolidWorks, GD&T, and ERP tools, and contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives in a hands-on environment; this on-site role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.