{"id":1099253,"url":"https://alion.io/job/wabtec-corporation-program-manager-retrofits-2","title":"Program Manager – Retrofits","company":{"id":3350,"name":"Wabtec Corporation","domain":"wabteccorp.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/wabtec","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SmartRecruiters","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":80,"open_postings":67,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":1,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":20,"computed_at":"2026-09-26T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Management","role_family":"Management","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Hosur, India"],"countries":["IN"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":8,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-21T11:55:26Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-21","last_verified_at":"2026-09-26T15:41:46Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":5,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":5},"description":"Key missions of the position:\nThe Retrofit Program Manager is responsible for developing, leading, and executing retrofit programs across the installed customer base.\n\nWorks cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Supply Chain, Sales, Field Service, Warranty, and Customers to ensure successful launch & completion of retro fitment.\n\nCoordinate with Regional Service & Warranty leaders to ensure timely completion of retrofit activities.\n\nRoles &Responsibilities\n1. Retro fitment Program Strategy & Development\nDevelop, implement, and manage retrofit programs for the installed base across all product lines.\n\nDefine program scope, deployment strategy, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.\n\nPrepare business cases and white papers for management approval, including retrofit budgets and implementation plans.\n\nResponsible to maintain complete database of the existing Population of all our product lines.\n\n2. Program Execution:\nLead end-to-end execution of retrofit programs from concept through deployment.\n\nReview FMI Document and work with Safety team for HIRA assessment prior to implementation.\n\nCollaborate with Field Service teams to develop deployment plans and ensure successful retrofit execution at customer sites.\n\nDevelop deployment methodologies, technical documentation, training materials, and service procedures.\n\nWork with Engg. /PED/Sourcing team for special tool development/procurement related to retro fitment programs\n\n3. Retrofit Material Order Planning & Execution:\nPlan initial Float Stock requirements & Load Forecast order in the system for new retro fitment launch\n\nPeriodically Review & update the forecast order in system based on the actual orders.\n\nReceive & Process retro fitment order request from FSE’s and ensure demand creation in ERP.\n\nCoordinate with SCM and Operations teams to ensure on-time material availability and order fulfilment.\n\nResponsible to have full control on customer return material (MCO orders).\n\n4. Customer Engagement:\nAct as the primary contact for strategic customers regarding retrofit initiatives.\n\nPublish Weekly/Monthly Retrofit completion Dashboards to Internal Management & Customers (RDSO & Private Car builders)\n\nEnsure high levels of customer satisfaction throughout program execution.\n\n5. Safety, Quality, and Compliance:\nEnsure all work is performed in accordance with our organization’s strict safety, quality, and compliance standards.\n\nPromote a strong safety culture and ensure all field deployment activities comply with applicable EHS requirements.\n\nKey KPIs:\nRetrofit HIRA Compliance (%): HIRA completed before deployment (Target - 100%)\n\nRetrofit Completion Rate %: Commitment - As per Program Plan & Target - >95%\n\nDashboard Reporting Compliance: Commitment - 95% & Target - 100%\n\nEducation/Training\nBachelor’s Degree in Engineering\n\nProfessionalExperience\nMinimum 8 to 10 years of experience.\n\nLanguages\nEnglish & Hindi & Tamil\n\n What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?\nAt 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.\nIf you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.\nWho are we?\nWabtec 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.\nOur 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.\nCulture powers us and the possibilities.\nWe 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.\nWe’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.\nNeed accommodation? 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