Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Wabtec, a global provider of equipment, systems and digital solutions for the freight and transit rail sectors, is hiring a Mechanical Engineer in Salem. You will work with the Design Engineering team and lead product initiatives from concept to production, solving complex design challenges and delivering high-quality engineered products. This is not a remote role.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end new product development projects on time and within budget, defining clear objectives and managing plans, timelines and resources.
• Create manufacturable designs for components in demanding environments using SolidWorks and 2D drafting tools, ensuring designs meet customer, regulatory and performance requirements.
• Design and run engineering validation tests for performance, durability and compliance, analyze test data and document plans and outcomes.
• Research and select suppliers, incorporate customer and operational feedback, and apply Lean principles to improve design-to-production flow.
• Maintain technical documentation and product literature, and communicate design intent, risks and progress to stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development, with a proven track record of managing projects from concept through production.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, time management, communication and collaboration skills, and a self-motivated ownership mindset.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; offers are conditioned on a drug screen and fitness-for-duty test where applicable.

Required skills

• 8+ years using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• GD&T and tolerancing analysis, materials and manufacturing processes, and DFM/DFA principles

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, and possibly an annual bonus.