Engineer - Customer Material Planner
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. Wabtec scores B on the Alion truth index.
Mission
§ Key missions of the position:
New Projects
Global Project Kick-off Presentations
Advance Ordering (AMA) - Long LT items, Supply critical items
OA receipt - SISCO / Local suppliers (SISCO weekly calls)
Heat map Preparation - Part shortage
More than 2 yrs. not procured items, RE-FAI coordination.
Daily Project meeting with PMs
Weekly Global meeting for critical part review along with PMs.
Customer Meeting / Calls.
Proto chase
Review with PPC
Critical / missing, bottle neck parts & development part
Critical / missing, bottle neck parts & development part obtain EDC from Sourcing. Procurement.
Critical / missing, bottle neck parts & development part obtain EDC not meeting, then escalate
Coordinating with TOT / Methods for TOT migrations
CO/CR & ECR / ECO changes implementation in coordination with CFT
Logistics documentation
Monthly PPR reviews
Regularization of Parts for Serialization / Production
Serialization (Proto to 1st TS to Monthly production plan)
Production Ramp-up coordination with Sourcing / SCM / Mfg. / TOT / SQE / PQE
CO/CR & ECR / ECO changes implementation in coordination with CFT
CFT coordination for Serial production
Logistics documentation - updataion
Weekly meeting with SIOP team on Demands / customer deliveries
Customer Order Review,
Forecasting
Serialized Projects
Gemba points
CO/CR & ECR / ECO changes implementation in coordination with CFT
Weekly meeting with SIOP team on Demands / customer deliveries
Customer Order Review
Forecasting
Measurement
- Q : First time right “First Article Inspection”
- D : On time delivery, OITF
Main responsibilities:
- Prepare Heat- Map considering Internal and Customer FAI targets by engaging relevant stakeholders such as PPC, Project Sourcing, Project Supplier Quality, Project Engineering, Process Engineering and Project Manager, Procurement and Manufacturing of retro-plan until FAI milestone are met.
- Organize necessary materials are available for timely execution of project, retro fitment and warranty replacements needed for the project on-time.
- Plan and execute PIPO for localized, Transfer of Technology Products, Make-or-buy, Re-sourcing, outsourcing parts for meeting project delivery commitment.
- Identify and drive forecasting accuracy on regular basis for improving project performance by connecting with internal and external customers..
- Provide weekly and Monthly project demand for PPC, SIOP for DMP, STF roll-out month over month.
- Initiate and drive internal proejct meeting with PM, TOT- PM and smooth execution of project.
- Participate Internal customer meeting for understanding need and communicate the project requirements to PPC for plan and deliver the project on time month over month.
People Management: YES ¨ NO ¨
If People Management, how many employees are managed?
Number of people : Nil
Budget Management: YES ¨ NO ¨
Yes - Project DMC budget.
Required Candidate Profile
Education/Training
§ Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
ProfessionalExperience
§ Minimum 6 to 10 years’ experience
Key Competences (Transversal/Professional)
Competence
Level
Multiple project / products execution/ planning expertise
Level 1 (1 - high to 5 - low)
Languages
- English
- Tamil / Kanda
- Hindi
Other Specifications
Behavioural and Skills
- High level of planning / execution proficiencies.
- Strong interpersonal, communication skills.
- Focused on delivery of activities within tight deadlines
- Highly numerate, literate and articulate
- High level of execution capabilities
- Should have worked in Auto / Railway / Similar Industry segment
- Candidate should have basic system Knowledge
- Various quantity management - ISO, TS etc..
- Product development gate APQP / PPAP / NPI Gate review process etc.
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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