EHS Rotational Development Program (LEAD)

About the role

Wabtec's LEAD Operations EHS program is a 2-year rotational development program for people passionate about manufacturing, technology and EHS excellence. It combines four 6-month rotations: a Health & Safety rotation, an Environmental rotation, a supervisory location, and a final rotation leading a small site EHS team. Each rotation builds on the previous one.

Key responsibilities

• Work visibly and interactively with all employees on health and safety, assessing hazard conditions and implementing practices to reduce them
• Help build a proactive, collaborative approach to a healthy and safe working environment
• Develop knowledge of US regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA and state requirements)
• Contribute to lean, 5S and continuous improvement, audit, incident investigations, training, data management, coaching and team building
• Take part in leadership and technical training, program operations, and gain exposure to senior leadership

Required profile

• Four-year degree in Safety Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Systems Engineering or another related technical degree
• Graduating by May/June 2027
• Willingness and ability to travel and/or relocate within the United States
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship needed
• Desired: overall GPA of 3.0 or higher, and prior EHS-related work or internship experience

Required skills

• Program and project management, with experience leading teams
• Strong written and verbal communication and analytical skills
• Ability to learn quickly, solve problems and adapt to changing directives
• Desire to lead people and processes as a front-line supervisor

What we offer

• Relocation lump sum and other travel benefits for the rotations
• Base pay of $72,000, subject to change
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement, and possibly an annual bonus