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If you have interests in the areas of design engineering, sustainability, systems, hands on testing, machine vision, data analytics, embedded software, RF communications engineering, systems engineering, enterprise software, or other areas in digital technology, you can gain real work experience with our products in the Locomotive, Transit, Mining & Marine Propulsion systems businesses.\nThis 10-week Spring 2027 co-op program encourages college students to explore their professional interests while working on real business projects. Our program goal is to bring your academic topics to life, give you an opportunity to see what job opportunities are possible and prepare each student for a potential full-time position after graduation in one of our challenging leadership programs or direct hire roles.\nRequirements - We are looking for YOU if you have:\nCompleted at 3 years of college (current Senior)\nAre enrolled in an accredited engineering degree program in Computer Science\nIf you have and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale after completing one full year of college.\nExperience with front end web technologies, eg ReactJS\nExperience with gitlab and devops\nFamiliar with Python & unit testing tools\nStrong problem solving and analytical skills\nStrong background in computer science or software engineering-\nExperience working in a production software development environment\nOpen to applicants legally authorized to work in the U.S., without the need for current or future work status authorization or visa sponsorship for employment.\nDesired Qualifications:\nBackground in systems architecture and engineering\nBackground in software architecture and design\nBackground in designing and implementing industrial monitoring solutions\nGreat UX design and user interaction design skills\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:\nStrong initiative with the ability to work independently and in teams.\nDemonstrated experience in leadership roles.\nStrong desire to learn and develop technically in engineering roles to supplement classroom learning.\nAbility to communicate technical aptitude, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.\nEffective communication & interpersonal skills.\nAble to work for a minimum of 10 weeks (maximum of 12).\nWillingness to take roles at one of our many Wabtec locations.\nThis co-op is only available at our Schenectady, NY location to work with our Remote Monitoring and Diagnostics group. Our hourly rates for spring co-ops range from $19 to $33/hr. The actual hourly rate is based on a matrix determined by your year in school/graduation year and your major. To qualify for the masters rate, you will be required to provide proof of your undergraduate degree and date of graduation as well as enrollment in an accredited university masters program for the spring 2027.\n Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0 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.\nWhat 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. 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