Senior Test Engineer - ME/EM Systems Validation

Wabtec Corporation; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Annual bonus

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation, based in Buffalo Grove, IL, seeks an experienced Test Engineer to lead verification and validation across bus systems, including doors and lifts. You will develop test methods, execute validation tests, analyze results, and drive root-cause investigations to ensure performance and safety.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will collaborate with design, quality, and operations, providing technical recommendations and supporting product development and continuous

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in test engineering or validation.
• Experience leading testing activities and coordinating cross-functional efforts.
• Experience testing and validating mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and execute mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical test systems.
• Collect, review, and analyze data; draw conclusions and next steps.
• Write reports and maintain clear documentation across teams.
• Maintain test setups, fixtures, and calibrated lab equipment.
• Lead root cause investigations for product and field failures.
• Collaborate with design, quality, and manufacturing teams on prototype builds and improvements.

Skills

Testing leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Systems testing

Education

ABET-accredited degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Lab equipment familiarity

Job description

Wabtec Corporation, based in Buffalo Grove, IL, seeks an experienced Test Engineer to lead verification and validation across bus systems, including doors and lifts. You will develop test methods, execute validation tests, analyze results, and drive root-cause investigations to ensure performance and safety.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will collaborate with design, quality, and operations, providing technical recommendations and supporting product development and continuous