Manufacturing Engineer

Wabtec is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering role in Passenger Transit. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes, ensuring safety and quality while collaborating cross‑functionally.

• Develop, implement, and document robust and cost‑effective manufacturing processes, work instructions, and methods in accordance with product specifications, safety and quality standards, and customer demand.
• Lead the design of required tooling and accessories.
• Evaluate design and engineering changes, determine production feasibility, and approve release to manufacturing.
• Recommend and implement improvements in production processes, methods, and controls, using the principles of lean manufacturing.
• Process Monitoring & Analysis Regularly inspect production lines, equipment, and workflows to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or quality issues. Use data from production logs, sensors, and operator reports to track performance metrics.
• Quality Assurance Work in partnership with Quality Assurance to check first‑time test results, scrap rates, and defect trends; recommend and/or lead corrective actions or process changes to improve product quality.
• Equipment & Tooling Support Assist in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, coordinate and support maintenance schedules, and review tooling designs for wear or inefficiency; may recommend replacements or redesigns.
• Documentation & Reporting Update and maintain manufacturing process documents (Work Instructions, PFMEA, control plans, flowcharts) and prepare reports for management on production performance, costs, and improvements.
• Lean & Continuous Improvement Apply lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles to identify waste, reduce cycle times, and improve safety.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work with design, quality, and operations teams to ensure product designs are manufacturable and to resolve production issues quickly.
• Training & Mentoring Conduct on‑the‑job or classroom training for operators and technicians on new processes, safety procedures, or efficiency techniques.
• Compliance & Safety Checks Ensure all manufacturing activities follow safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Cost & Resource Analysis Review labor, material, and equipment costs; suggest changes to reduce waste and improve cost efficiency.
• Project Support Assist in new product launches by setting up production processes, validating tooling, and training teams on new methods.

• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or related engineering.
• Five or more years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude is preferred.
• Strong lean manufacturing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire others.
• Strong problem‑solving and customer service skills.
• Possibility of traveling, when necessary, minimal.

The work environment is a temperature‑controlled office with frequent exposure to electronic equipment. Visits to operations areas may involve extreme cold or hot weather, occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise. The employee may also be asked to perform other duties outside of the primary function, for which adequate training will be provided.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $62,100–$85,300. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. For more information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, see  Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

Wabtec Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring the most talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to 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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