Welding 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.

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?

You will join some of the most talented and passionate professionals in the locomotive and off highway mining vehicle industry. As a member of Wabtec Heavy Fabrication group / division you will work with a team that is committed and results oriented. We recognize the value of having a diverse team and an inclusive culture. We believe a diverse team produces better ideas and is more successful at meeting the needs of our customers.

You will collaborate with a group of people who share your passion and help you succeed. Wabtec Heavy Fabrication Building is a great place to work for anyone who naturally focuses on continuous improvement, who feels ownership for their work, and who takes pride in exceeding customer needs.

How will you make a difference?

The Welding Engineer supervises our unionized hourly production workers who support manufacturing of the best locomotives and parts that move the world. The Welding Engineer is responsible for assessing / improving welding process continuously, conducting welding procedure qualification tests, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, identifying / resolving welding-related issues, and performing welding inspections / quality controls to Wabtec’s quality standards. The Welding Engineer is also responsible for ensuring that his / her team is working efficiently and effectively, providing high quality products and customer service to Wabtec’s stakeholders.

What do we want to know about you?

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or similar fieldfrom an accredited university or collegeorHigh School Diploma / GEDwith5 years of related work experience as a Certified Welding Inspector (in lieu of degree requirement)

Certified Welding Inspector Certification (preferred)

Certified Associate Welding Inspector (within 1 year or less experience needed to obtain CWI)

10+years’ experience in welding using ARC, MIG, and Flux Core processes

3-5 years of experience in manufacturing

Minimum two current years’ experience in supervisory role in manufacturing industry

Demonstrated leadership skills in cross-functional environment

Oversee the entire welding process, from design to implementation

Welding inspection and quality control proficiency

In-depth understanding of various welding processes

Welding procedure development ability

Adaptability to address complex issues while still delivering to the customer

Self-directed, detail oriented and highly organized

Effectively lead hourly teams

Responsible for all Time and Attendance functions

What will your typical day look like?

Analyze welding procedures and processes to ensure weld quality and integrity

Inspect welded components to ensure adherence to design specifications and safety regulations

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including design engineers, production staff and quality assurance personnel

Monitor and improve welding productivity and efficiency to reduce costs and improve performance

Develop welding procedures that meet performance and quality standards

Conduct welding procedure qualification tests

Provide training / technical guidance

Drive customer satisfaction through detailed focus on product reliability

Provide direction and support for an assigned hourly production team encompassing EHS, Quality, Material, Process, and Delivery

Help motivate all employees in his / her production team to perform their duties using established procedures to meet or exceed goals

Develop welding techniques, procedures, and application of welding equipment

Conduct research and development investigations to develop and test new fabrication processes and procedures

Ensure compliance with safety protocols and procedures during welding operations

Supervise and train hourly staff in welding techniques and safety

Provide technical support to production staff and customers

Prepare and present technical reports and performance metrics

Conduct quality control of welding materials and final products

Ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget

Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and feedback to hourly team

Maintain Safety and Quality standards by reducing the risk for hazards and defects

Ensure operational alignment with production plan and Key Performance Indicators(KPIs)

Supervise staff including hiring, employee communications, training, discipline, evaluation, and termination responsibilities

Responsible for all Time and Attendance functions of hourly workforce

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $77,400 to $110,300.

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 benefits offered, which include health, welfare and retirement, are available at www.mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefits 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.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between

$77,400.00-$110,300.00

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.