Transit Mechanical Engineer — Doors, Lifts & Systems

Wabtec Corporation; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop door systems, lifts, and other bus-related products. You will work under engineering management to create robust components and assemblies for transportation applications.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, DFMEA, and hands-on validation. You will contribute to prototypes, drawings, and design improvements while meeting engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited) required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design or transportation required.
• Experience with DFMEA, hand calculations and engineering analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical systems from components to subassemblies.
• Create and revise detailed drawings, layouts and schematics.
• Support DFMEAs, testing and validation activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing for DFMA alignment.
• Lead prototype builds and test planning.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

3+ years of relevant experience

SolidWorks or similar

DFMEA / engineering analysis

Project management

Independent and collaborative work

Tools

SolidWorks

DFMEA tools

Job description

Wabtec Corporation in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop door systems, lifts, and other bus-related products. You will work under engineering management to create robust components and assemblies for transportation applications.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, DFMEA, and hands-on validation. You will contribute to prototypes, drawings, and design improvements while meeting engineering standards.