Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has 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, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Who will you be working with?

Railroad Friction Products Corporation designs and manufactures Cobra high-friction and low-friction composition brake shoes, specialty shoes, and disc brake linings for freight, locomotive and transit vehicles. 

How will you make a difference?

Dynamometer testing plays a key part in research into factors affecting friction and other key performance characteristics, development of new friction materials, and evaluation of changes in process and raw materials for current products. As a member of the Railroad Friction Products group/division, you will assist in the operation, maintenance, and repair of Dynamometer test equipment, set up equipment, run tests, and prepare Dynamometer test reports.

What do we want to know about you?

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 
• Ability to write simple correspondence. 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

What will your typical day look like?

• Follow all company established safety and employment rules.
• Assist in the setup, calibration, and operation of dynamometer test equipment.
• Assist routine maintenance and repairs of dynamometer test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with dynamometer test equipment.
• Document test results and communicate findings to senior technicians and engineers.
• Always follow established safety procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of test results and equipment maintenance.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and effective testing processes.
• Regular on-site attendance is required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What about the physical demands of the job?
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

• Occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and extreme heat (non-weather).
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. 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.