Advanced Lead Engineer - Electrical Systems
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026. Wabtec scores B on the Alion truth index.
Who will you be working with?
The Wabtec Mining Engineering team develops advanced electric drive propulsion systems for large mining trucks, helping customers improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability through innovative technology.
How will you make a difference?
You will work with the electrical and controls engineering team to design, develop, validate, implement, and deliver control systems for electric drive mining vehicles. You’ll have the opportunity to interact directly with customers and cross functional teams during product definition, development, and fulfillment.
What do we want to know about you?
- Degrees completed and in progress - this role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; advanced degrees preferred.
- Engineering experience in the following areas:
- Control systems, power electronics, motors, and alternators.
- Electrical system design, circuit analysis, and troubleshooting.
- Manufacturing, production, or operational support.
- Control development, testing, and validation.
- Analysis, modeling, and simulation using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, or SPICE.
What will your typical day look like?
- Support manufacturing and test operations by troubleshooting issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.
- Design, analyze, and validate electrical control system hardware, software, & test stands.
- Support new product introductions and enhancements.
- Define control system requirements and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to implement.
- Monitor project progress and communicate issues, risks, & solutions.
- Support field investigations and travel periodically to suppliers, customer sites, and test locations.
What about the physical demands of the job?
This role includes work in manufacturing, laboratory, and field environments. Candidates must be able to:
- Work safely in industrial environments to access, inspect, and troubleshoot control system components and assemblies.
- Use electrical and diagnostic test equipment.
- Climb stairs and ladders on large mining equipment.
- Be able to interpret test equipment output, technical data, models, and simulations.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside your primary responsibilities, with training provided as needed.
More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
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).
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $79300-113000 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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