Locomotive Maintenance Technical Advisor; TA

Job Summary

As a member of Field Services Americas, you will help our customer (CSX) maintain their fleet of GE/Wabtec locomotives by advising, informing, researching, and assisting their mechanical employees. You will work with a team of Wabtec technical and materials experts to ensure the customer’s fleet runs at optimal levels.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot a variety of locomotives as a Locomotive Maintenance Technical Advisor.
• Work inside locomotive diesel repair shops on the customer’s property and collaborate with their management teams.
• Advise railroad employees and management on repair decisions, rather than performing the repairs yourself.
• Execute 12‑hour shifts on a 4 days on/3 days off schedule, with flexibility required for scheduling changes.
• Conduct shift start turnover, review locomotive status, discuss material needs, and set expectations for the next shift.
• Walk the shop daily, engage with employees, provide material support, troubleshoot issues, maintain work orders, and perform other recurring tasks.
• Assist in reviewing and completing Level 1 Certification materials; study may be required outside of working hours.
• Provide clear communication and technical guidance on troubleshooting, material assistance, tooling, safety procedures, and process improvements.
• Coordinate key maintenance and modification programs and procedures.
• Mentor teams on troubleshooting, material handling, safety, and contract requirements.
• Communicate work progress, equipment status, and efficiency improvements to employees and management.
• Promote continuous improvement in safe work practices with supervision of productivity, quality assurance, and contract compliance.
• Follow all governmental regulations, OSHA work practices, and site‑specific work rules.
• Assist in establishing production plans for labor, material, and logistics.
• Use software systems to run material, labor plans, and other production requirements.

• Standing for long periods
• Walking throughout the day, including up and down stairs
• Climbing on/off of locomotives
• Observing small writing and labels
• Wearing all required personal protective gear (hard hat, steel‑toe boots, ear plugs, eye protection) continuously
• Speaking, hearing, and typing
• Working overnight shifts and multiple days in a row, as required
• Performing other duties outside your function or trade with adequate training if necessary

• Bachelor’s Degree, a 2‑year degree with 2 years of professional experience, or a High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of Operations or Military leadership experience.
• Willingness and ability to work various shifts and in a shop environment.
• High mechanical and/or electrical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Completion of Wabtec Level 1 Technical Training within 18 months from hire date.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Validated analytical and quality improvement ability.
• Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally.
• Reliable and predictable attendance.
• Dependability, a positive attitude, and teamwork orientation.

The salary range for this role is $62,100–$85,300, subject to change based on training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. Benefits include health, welfare, retirement, and potential annual bonus for eligible employees.

Wabtec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status, and more. Need accommodation? Please let us know.