Lead Manufacturing Specialist - Fabrication and Truck Assembley

It's not just about your career or job title... It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Our team is focused on continually improving our best-in-class production capabilities. We combine deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver unparalleled products for our customers. Here you'll interact daily with team members during the problem resolution process and will partner with other key stakeholders to support our internal customers and their responsibilities.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Global Operations Equipment group, Lead Manufacturing Specialist - Fabrication & Truck Assembly demonstrates solid understanding of manufacturing processes and the use of hand & inspection tooling. Specifically, as it relates to fabrication, weld technology, and associated assembly processes for the locomotive trucks and sub-systems.

What do we want to know about you?

Are you an influential team player with strong attention to detail? Do you positively influence and elevate the performance of a team? Are you a collaborative and supportive problem solver with a constant focus on continuous improvement?

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing in the English language.

• Minimum technical degree or equivalent manufacturing experience.

• Minimum 2 years working with manufacturing assembly, fabrication, quality, or specific locomotive assembly processes.

• Strong background in the interpretation of engineering drawings/specifications.

• Excellent people skills with the ability to work closely with diverse team members.

• Strong computer skills and ability to use Teams/Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint, etc.

• Self-directed, highly meticulous, organized, and flexible to support the team.

• Able to use various mechanical/electrical hand tools for assembly operations as well as inspection equipment that are required for manufacturing operations.

• Position is primarily based in Erie, PA. (other global locations may be considered)

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required. Travel is typically 10-20% of the year but could be as much as 50% in support of multiple programs.

• This position is an onsite role.

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

• Ability to communicate utilizing a second language; Spanish, Russian, Turkish, etc.

• Locomotive assembly experience and the ability to learn operations for continued growth

• Strong project management skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills

What will your typical day look like?

• Capable of understanding the product drawings/documentation and relay this information to the customer/partner in order to meet fabrication and assembly requirements per the contract.

• Position includes but not limited to the following:

• Product Drawings

• Manufacturing Instructions and Standards

• Technical Specifications

• Documents and Standards of Quality Control

• Tooling/Fixturing Drawings and Techniques

• Collaborate closely with global personnel and the capability to understand the manufacturing processes involved in the fabrication of various structures as well as truck assembly.

• Create training documents and educate/train the customer/partner's personnel on the technical service required in various domestic & global locations to meet contractual requirements.

• Accountable for meeting the quality standards required for successful engineering verification of the manufacturing processes.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Exposure to shop floor requires wearing PPE

• Walking, climbing, stooping, stooping, bending, lifting is all part of the hands-on learning process

• You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! ~~~

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles... People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.