Junior Manufacturing Engineer

It's not just about your career or job title... It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

The Friction Product Line designs and manufactures high-friction and low-friction composition, sintered brake shoes, specialty shoes, and disc brake linings for freight, locomotive and transit vehicles.

How will you make a difference?

As a Junior Manufacturing Engineer , reporting to the Operations Support Manager, you will be responsible for helping to design and oversee installation and maintenance of the various electrical, mechanical, and control systems associated with new and existing facility equipment with a concentration on electrical and control systems.

What do we want to know about you?

Associate degree (Required).

A minimum of two (2) years' experience in an industrial environment

Demonstrated experience programming / troubleshooting of PLC's especially using Rockwell Automation

Working knowledge of AutoCAD software

In depth knowledge of electrical power wiring design principles

Knowledge of the application and use of AC VFDs and other common electrical equipment

Good technical writing skills

Technical maintenance skills

Ability to Present Issues / Opportunities to RFPC Staff

Good Communication and Interaction Skills

What will your typical day look like?

Upon identification of a worthwhile project, write a project description including A) Overall project function, B) Anticipated project benefits and C) Estimated project cost obtained by working directly with vendors, contractors, and other suppliers to determine project equipment requirement. The project description is sent to RFPC management for review and approval.

Upon approval of a project, order equipment and perform required detailed mechanical and / or electrical schematics using AutoCAD software.

After applicable training, and working with MFG IT, performs detailed Rockwell Automation PLC programming and configuration required for successful project implementation.

Oversee project installation and conduct system startup

In conjunction with RFPC maintenance department, conduct / oversee routine maintenance of new equipment systems.

Install and support system upgrades to existing equipment as required

Enter new data into production systems as required

Support RFPC Lean Manufacturing programs

Conceptualize, design, and install condition-based monitoring (CBM) systems on new and existing facility equipment.

Other duties as assigned by Manufacturing Engineer

What about the Work Environment and Physical Demands of the job?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Work environment will include office, test and manufacturing areas.

Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.

The noise level in the work environment (outside of the office) is usually moderate.

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 range for this role is between

$60,700.00-$83,400.00

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 an annual bonus, if eligible.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with 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 and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity :

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

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.