Manufacturing Engineer
wabtec

Job Info

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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.

SUMMARY

A Manufacturing Engineer positions that focuses on the design and implementation of equipment that focuses on improvement of our testing and manufacturing processes. This is accomplished in a manner that satisfies all Safety, Product and Manufacturing requirements.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

*Develop and maintain, improve production procedures, shop layout, standard work, etc...

* Study and installation of production line under takt-time.

* Study, design validate, implement, train and improve and set up of automated systems.

* Completed system meets the Product specifications, test coverage and Manufacturing requirements

* Technical direction and monitoring of suppliers and contractors used.

*Design, specify, and track tooling and equipment as per Quality, Cost and Lead-time target

*Assist with establishing and maintaining safety practices.

*Lead and coordinate shop cell setups, organization, and layout activities, while ensuring all regulations and compliances are met.

*Lead and coordinate the activities to support existing engineering projects and coordinate new engineering projects to apply design for manufacturing/test standards for a cost effective solution

*Must act as a liaison between the manufacturing and engineering depts. which includes trouble shooting assembly and design issues.

*Justify equipment costs and understand how to reduce shop expenses.

* Implementation of worksite (s) continuous improvement type KAIZEN.

*Develop a clear understanding of the production schedule and ensure the proper equipment, set-up, and training are implemented to support production throughout the entire process from development to completion.

*Perform process, product, and lean audits

*Serve as Process Coordinator for area of expertise if appointed

*Actively pursue and commit to company goals.

* Participation in quality and safety improvement through QRQC.

*Collection, analysis, and reporting of various data for the company.

*Ability to multitask is a must.

*Follow all safety procedures

*Must be a team player and solution provider

*Flexible work schedule

*Travel as required

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION AND EDUCATION

EDUCATION:

*Bachelor's degree in Engineering, (Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical)

EXPERIENCE:

*A minimum of 5 years in Transportation or Aerospace Industry preferred, relevant Manufacturing experience will be considered.

OTHER REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong knowledge of Manufacturing processes
• Project Management experience
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement practices; 5S, TPM, SMED, VSM
• Demonstrated capability in Equipment design
• Advanced mechanical aptitude
• Troubleshooting ability
• Lean certification
• Safety Leadership.

COMPETENCIES/ABILITIES

*Listening

*Takes Initiative

*Strong electrical and mechanical equipment design knowledge

*Computer literate, Microsoft Office, MS Project 2010, Visio, AutoCAD 2011, Solid Works 2013.

*Knowledge of GD&T, SPC and metrology

*Experience in the Rail Industry a plus.

*Qualified candidate must have the ability to respond positively to new challenges and continuous improvements while maintaining current standards.

Zero tolerance drug & alcohol policy, mandatory pre-employment, and random drug screening. An equal opportunity employer.

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.

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