Manufacturing Engineer

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

1. About Wabtec, Graham White

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added

services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across

Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faively Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise,

technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit

ecosystems.  Since the early 1900's, Graham-White has partnered with transportation companies and industry alike to develop heavy-duty pneumatic and electro-pneumatic valves and accessories. We are also the world technology leaders in the drying of compressed air for locomotives and rail transit vehicles.

2. PRIMARY PURPOSE

This position is responsible to oversee and improve manufacturing processes which include identifying areas for improvement, maintaining high levels of manufacturing and product quality, designing new processes, as well as ensuring cost-efficiency and conformance with regulatory standards.  The position will involve design and development of specialty tools and fixtures, researching automation techniques, testing new systems for efficiency and planning factory layouts to optimize production. 

3. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate manufacturing launch for new or revised products and maintain product data in the MRP system.
• Evaluate cost reductions, improvements and value analysis for engineering and manufacturing applications across the plants.  Prepare feasibility studies and thorough cost justification for projects.
• Plan and implement capital projects.
• Work with subject-matter experts and operations leaders to document business processes and develop supporting instructional materials. Collaborate with all relevant stakeholders to design an effective plan to communicate and implement the new processes.
• Create and maintain product routings and p/n specific work instructions.
• Host kaizen events to optimize manufacturing processes.  Develop best practices, and standardized work for all changes made to the value stream.

4. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or related field (MBA/Master’s degree preferred)
• 7 years industrial manufacturing experience, preferably in a process-oriented related industry.
• Computer skills must include Microsoft Office applications, MRP (preferably Oracle) and 3D mechanical design.
• Experience with Labview software is desirable
• Candidate must have experience working with an MRP system to create routings and part number specific work instructions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern manufacturing and production standard costing concepts and practices.
• Experience with formal continuous improvement tools such as 5S and other Lean Manufacturing concepts, PPAP, creation of Mfg. Control Plans, Value Stream Mapping and Cell layout techniques.
• Strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to communicate complex analyses and concepts to all levels of the business team.
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to perform with high levels of ambiguity and complexity
• % Travel is minimal. Have ability to travel as needed to perform the basic duties associated with this position.

Other skills and qualifications

• Formal Lean or Six Sigma Certification preferred.
• Some knowledge and experience with Industrial Electrical/Electronics.  Experience with automation controls and electromechanical systems design & development preferred,
• Must be able to identify problems, make quick decisions and proactively develop cost effective solutions.
• Outstanding analytical, statistical, and reasoning ability for problem solving strategic planning, creativity/innovation, and judgment for complex decisions
• Highly motivated, self-starter capable of working and delivering results on own initiative.

Relocation lump sum assistance available if candidate qualifies.

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Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.