Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Wabtec, a global provider of equipment, systems and digital solutions for freight and transit rail, is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer in its Passenger Transit business. Working with the Methods team, you will design and implement manufacturing processes that deliver safety, quality, customer satisfaction and competitiveness, interacting daily with the line leader, manpower and quality engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and document robust, cost-effective manufacturing processes, work instructions and methods in line with product specs, safety and quality standards.
• Lead the design of tooling and accessories, evaluate design and engineering changes, assess production feasibility and approve releases to manufacturing.
• Recommend and implement process improvements using lean manufacturing principles.
• Inspect production lines, equipment and workflows regularly, using production logs, sensors and operator reports to track performance metrics.
• Partner with Quality Assurance on first-time test results, scrap rates and defect trends, recommending or leading corrective actions.
• Support equipment troubleshooting, maintenance scheduling and tooling reviews, and update process documents such as work instructions, PFMEA, control plans and flowcharts.
• Apply lean, Six Sigma or Kaizen principles to reduce waste and cycle times and improve safety.
• Collaborate with design, quality and operations teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and to resolve production issues quickly.
• Train operators and technicians on new processes, safety procedures and efficiency techniques.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards and company policies, and review labor, material and equipment costs to reduce waste.
• Assist in new product launches by setting up production processes, validating tooling and training teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Five or more years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability to lead and inspire others, with strong problem-solving and customer service skills.
• Occasional travel when necessary; minimal.

Required skills

• Strong lean manufacturing skills
• Six Sigma or Kaizen knowledge
• PFMEA and control plan documentation

What we offer

• Stated pay range of $79,100-$112,800, depending on experience, education, skills and location.
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement coverage.
• Possible annual bonus if eligible.