Full-Time Spring Engineering Co-op

About the role

Wabtec is looking for engineering students to join its 30-week full-time co-op program, running from January through the summer session and ending in late July or early August. Students work on real business projects in the Locomotive, Transit, Mining and Marine Propulsion systems businesses, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as design engineering, sustainability, systems, testing, additive manufacturing, controls, alternative fuels, cooling, signaling, embedded software, cybersecurity, engine performance, network and logistics, and digital technology. The program aims to connect academic topics to real work, show possible career paths and prepare students for full-time positions after graduation.

Required profile

• Completed at least two years of college (rising junior).
• Enrolled in an accredited engineering degree program in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science.
• Maintains at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale after completing the first year of college.
• Able to work for a minimum of 30 weeks.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.; no current or future work authorization or visa sponsorship needed.

Required skills

• Strong initiative, able to work independently and in teams.
• Demonstrated experience in leadership roles.
• Strong desire to learn and develop technically in engineering roles.
• Ability to communicate technical aptitude, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

What we offer

• Work at the Erie, PA or Grove City, PA site depending on business needs.
• Hourly pay of $19 to $30, depending on year in school, graduation year and major.
• Professional, training and social activities with peers and senior leaders.
• Possible annual bonus if eligible; benefits such as health, welfare and retirement are available through the company's benefits site.