Advanced Lead Engineer - Vehicle Control (Subsytem)

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 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!

Role Summary/Purpose

• The job has the responsibility for leading designing Locomotive Vehicle Control subsystem that meet the customer requirements, cost & reliability expectations. It includes defining system level requirements, preparing test plans & performing system validation, lead and participate in Design reviews and make technical decisions.

• Lead and drive culture of quality and technological refinement to existing designs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design and develop Vehicle Control for Locomotives.

• Lead / Participate in product conceptual designs and concept trade off analysis.

• Define sub-system design requirements and interfaces for various control systems for the locomotive including On-board monitoring , diagnostics applications, AESS, Master Controller and Control Integration, Human Machine Interface(HMI) for locomotive, suitable for application in both English and non-English speaking environments

• Interact with locomotive system, sub-systems, component teams to define and document traction system requirements and interfaces.

• Develop Model as per design requirement and carryout desktop simulations to verify the design.

• Develop Validation plans and perform system validation.

• Provide designs that are robust, that meet cost and reliability targets.

• Conduct Simulator testing and later participate in locomotive testing to validate controls as required.

• Lead Design reviews; make presentation and status reports to Senior Management.

• Must be willing to work on high horsepower and high voltage equipments.

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements

• Work with cross-functional & global teams to meet project objectives

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Control system Engineering.

• 8-15 years’ experience in Engineering in similar/relevant field.

• Hands on experience with the design and development of control algorithms in a relevant field.

• Experience on including Human Machine Interface (HMI), On-board monitoring , diagnostics applications, AESS, Master Controller and Control Integration

• Good working knowledge on usage of MATLAB, Simulink/Stateflow or similar tools.

• Proven analytical, interpersonal, communication, organization, planning and leadership skills.

• Process focus and continuous improvement orientation.

Desired Characteristics

• 8-15 years' experience working as Vehicle Control engineer in Locomotive/Automotive/Defense or similar domains

• Have a strong understanding of the Control system and real time system architecture designs.

• The ability to break down problems and estimate time for development tasks

• Being innovative, need to find new ways to improve the designs and sometimes challenge current ways of working

• Strong problem solving, business and analytical abilities

• Experience in working in cross-functional environment.

• Having working level knowledge of locomotive control systems.

• Working knowledge of statistical analysis, or Six Sigma Greenbelt certified preferred.

• Experience with requirements management tools

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

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.

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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