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?

L&M Radiator, Inc. is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction and heavy industrial industries. We are looking for an Application Engineer who will be responsible for the design of engineered heat transfer solutions and offer technical assistance for customized products. You will provide engineering services for all departments and customers, and reports to the VP of Engineering. This position will manage projects and may assist on others at the same time.   

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Application Engineering Team, you have opportunities to fulfill job duties while traveling both domestically and internationally since we are a worldwide company that service our customers around the globe!

We are looking for a rounded individual with mechanical engineering abilities that likes solving complex and intricate problems while meeting new people, travelling to customer sites, and engaging in world solutions. The right applicant will be detail-oriented with strong interpersonal skill while having the ability to multi-task with good time management skills.  Applicants should demonstrate maturity, intelligence, cooperation, and discretion.  Our organization values those with strong work initiative, passion for the job and those that have a team centered mindset!

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field is required. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with 3-5 years of engineering experience.
• Knowledge of Epicor or similar ERP system.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma.

What will your typical day look like?

• Responsible for designing custom radiators, oil coolers, and heat exchangers.
• Follow corporate application engineering policy through design, quoting, drafting, and production support.
• Consult with External Customers, Customer Service, and Sales to acquire necessary information to ensure properly designed quality unit.
• Remain updated on current information and requirements from engine manufacturers and suppliers.
• Participate in required field tests to verify acceptable cooling system design.
• Responsible for scheduling and accounting for all associated travel and expenses.
• Assist sales and other departments with special projects such as field problems and/or cooling complaints.
• Provide technical support and primary engineering coverage for assigned engineering support accounts and sales.
• Responsible for file documentation including design requirements, calculations, drawings and correspondence with customers and others for design verification.
• Review design changes when required and initiate drawing and /or process revision.
• Perform work in a safe manner and follow all safety guidelines and procedure.
• Domestic and international travel required and could include weekend travel depending on the project.
• Perform related work or job duties as required by supervisor.
• Occasional weekend work may be required to complete a project.
• May be responsible for maintaining assigned OEM sales accounts.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in various environments.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Entry Level:

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude required, detail orientated, and strong initiative.
• Knowledgeable of engineer drawings, blueprints and understand complex technical writing.
• Must be detailed orientated and have strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate, in English, effectively and clearly by both written and verbal means.
• Demonstrate maturity, intelligence, cooperation, and discretion.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of related records, spreadsheets and reports using Microsoft Office Products.
• Work effectively with fellow employees and independently.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar software.
• Dependability under both supervised and unsupervised conditions.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug and background test.
• You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

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 and fitness for duty test.

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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.