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Electrical Engineer II
Job in
Buffalo Grove, Lake County, Illinois, 60089, USA
Listed on 2026-07-13
Listing for:
Wabtec
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-13
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
Who will you be working with?
You'll be joining Wabtec Bus Solutions, a team driving innovation in Transit Bus & Rail systems, including passenger door systems, wheelchair lifts & ramps, e-Bus charging systems, driver's protective barriers, and more. We blend technical expertise with deep product knowledge to deliver high-impact solutions for our customers and communities.
How will you make a difference?
As an engineer within Wabtec Bus Solutions, you will support the design and development focused on a mix of controls, harnesses, and other electrical systems for doors, ramps, lifts, charging, and other bus-related product lines. Reporting to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, and sometimes working under guidance of senior engineers, you will design and develop electrical based components and assemblies, assist in product development, and help ensure compliance with engineering standards.
This role is ideal for engineers looking to deepen their technical skills and operate within a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
What do we want to know about you?
You may be a good fit if you have:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (ABET-accredited)
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Basic project management skills (scopes, plans, & costs)
- Experience supporting development of electrical based systems in transportation
- Familiarity of electrical design of systems and components including engineering & manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures
- Basic problem-solving skills
- Familiarity of NPD Stage Gate, DFMEA, Problem Solving Techniques, DFM/DFA, Engineering Analysis, & Hand Calculations
- Experience in PCB design with analog/digital circuits, power, and signal conditioning
- Familiarity with embedded systems and microcontroller-based designs
- Proficiency with electrical test equipment and troubleshooting tools
- Ability to create and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings
- Organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently on defined tasks and collaborate effectively
- Assist in developing electrical systems based on customer and project needs
- Create and revise wiring diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings
- Contribute to innovation & patents
- Support senior engineers in designs, DFMEAs, and validation testing
- Participate in prototype builds and test planning
- Perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting in lab or production environments
- Analyze test results and recommend design improvements
- Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain for DFM/DFA alignment
- Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality or field issues
- Support Sales and Field Service teams in resolving technical problems
- Maintain clear documentation and communication across teams
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team-based problem-solving
- Primarily office-based work
- Use a computer for extended periods
- Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds
- Stand, walk, and navigate facilities
- Occasional travel (10%) to customers and manufacturing sites
- Ability to assist in building, testing, and inspecting electro-mechanical systems in lab or field environments
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
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).
Qualifications
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $ 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 Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At 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.
If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec 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,…
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