Lead Engineer – Mechanical Component
Wabtec
Posted: March 18, 2026
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Quick Summary
Designing and developing innovative mechanical components that meet the needs of our customers, while also contributing to the growth and success of our company.
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Job Description
It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
 
Who are we?
 
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!
 
Role summary: 
• Platform Lead Engineer will own the design and development of Platform structure and packaging as per system / subsystem level requirements complying with standards specified.  
 
 Key Responsibilities: 
• Design and development of Platform and its components for locomotive application using sound Engineering principles, adhering to business standards/ processes and as per program requirements.  
• Ability to understand the system requirements flow down to sub-system.  
• Develop concepts and evaluate, identify risks and mitigation plans to address them.  
• Take the design through technical reviews.  
• Document the technical data consistent with Engineering policies and quality procedures. 
• Provide shop support for in-house manufacturing.
• Address Supplier/Field issues. 
• Interfacing with cross functional stakeholders across the organization. 
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.  
• Participate in organizational initiatives and team activities.
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 Qualifications / Requirements: 
• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 2-3 years’ working experience in the Mechanical design/ Heavy fabrication area. 
 
Desired Characteristics
• Expertise in structural design ownership with affinity for calculation of material strength, bolted joint, welded joint etc.  
• Expertise in FEA is added advantage. 
• Experience in guiding CAD/FEA teams to develop robust design and packaging based on FEA results from various load cases. 
• Ability in navigate UG/Teamcenter. 
• Good communication and influential skills. 
• Ability to work independently
• Must be a flexible to work at global locations.
• Good Problem-solving skills
 
 Other Requirements: 
• Strong technical aptitude, including applicable Engineering tools and systems. 
• Strong sense of responsibility and deadline, team player and can work under pressure. 
 
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
 
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.   
 
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
 
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.