Mechanical Design Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026. Wabtec scores B on the Alion truth index.
Who will you be working with?
Our best-in-class Heat Transfer and Energy Solutions Group combines knowledge of deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver unparalleled product applications across a wide sector of industries. You will partner with the Project Engineering Manager of the Thermal Transfer Group business unit and other key stakeholders across our organization to ensure the delivery of world class products to our customers.
How will you make a difference?
As an Engineer, you will be responsible for reviewing drawings, performing code calculations, and assisting with BOM and procurement duties.
What do we want to know about you?
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or similar.
- 4 or more years of mechanical engineering experience required.
- Experience with welded design.
- ASME BPVC (Boiler Pressure Vessel Code) calculation experience required.
- Experience with Mechanical Drawings interpretations and performing calculations to required codes.
- FEA and CFD experience.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret manufacturing drawings, technical manuals and diagrams and standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Experience with BOM and Procurements Preferred.
- Heat Exchanger or similar Mechanical Plant Equipment Experience is Preferred.
- Experience with Equipment Startups and Installs in Manufacturing Settings is a plus.
- Willingness to Travel ~ up to 10% each year.
What will your typical day look like?
- General Engineering Activities including Reviewing Mechanical Drawings, updating Job information, etc.
- Required to be highly organized and exhibit technical proficiency.
- Exhibit safe work habits adhering to all PPE and OSHA during times in the manufacturing area.
- Perform other duties as assigned from time to time by Management.
What about the physical demands of the job?
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
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, 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 $79100-112800 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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