Cost Project Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 23, 2026. Wabtec Corporation scores B on the Alion truth index.
Who will you be working with?
Operation & Technology (O&T) team is a diverse team covering Services initiatives related to Wabtec’s locomotives. The team interacts with both Wabtec’s remanufacturing shops as well as customer service shops (CSCs), worldwide. This specific role interacts with Wabtec’s Propulsion equipment remanufacturing sites and customer accounts, collaborating with engineering, Supply Chain operations, quality and reliability.
How will you make a difference?
As a member of the Operations & Technology (O&T) Propulsion group, you will be responsible for identifying and executing life cycle cost (LCC) reduction projects for the Global Services Organization (GSO). In this role, you will influence cross-functional teams, drive innovative cost projects, and be accountable for short and long-term results of a multi-million-dollar project portfolio. Additionally, you will play a key role in driving the adoption of emerging technologies in Wabtec’s remanufacturing sites leveraging automation, advanced repair techniques, non-destructive testing, and machine vision.
What do we want to know about you?
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in an Engineering or Project Management role
- Experience with next generation automation tools (i.e. vision inspection systems or automation equipment), or other emerging technologies
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills
- Ability to influence multiple stakeholders and work across the matrix organization and project manage issues to resolution
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Strong conflict resolution skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Willingness to travel 10% of the time, both domestic and internationally
What will your typical day look like?
- Support projects through the scoping, active, and cut-in phases to successful project implementation
- Support a cross-functional team from Services, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Risk, and external suppliers to meet all project execution milestones (Such as tollgates, design reviews, and part creation)
- Prepare detailed project plans, while driving internal execution to meet project targets
- Facilitate communication across a global team, as needed, to achieve milestones and professionally manage communications with internal / external project stakeholders
- Continuously developing a network of resources in support of project execution
- Help develop Multi-Generational Project Plan (MGPP) and out-year strategy
- Identify and implement emerging technologies such as automation, machine vision, non-destructive testing, etc.
- Professionally represent Wabtec during all customer and supplier interactions
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
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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