Advanced Lead Control Application Engineer

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with all locomotive subsystems, developing the Next Gen Locomotive Control Architecture. The role involves modernizing electronics, software, applications, and network communication to enhance software quality, engineering productivity, meet cybersecurity standards, and address customer needs. A typical day includes leading and designing Matlab/Simulink control applications, preparing design reviews, developing and testing models, contributing to tool development, resolving issues, defining requirements and interfaces, and supporting integration and testing activities.

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics with Control Systems Background
• Hands-on Matlab/Simulink Control Application software development
• Experience in developing and testing embedded software using MBSE techniques
• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle
• Scripting knowledge using Matlab or Python
• Experience in communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Serial Protocols
• Ability and willingness to travel as required (<10%)
• Advanced/Fluent English

Perks & Benefits

• Medical assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children)
• Dental assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children)
• Profit and results sharing
• Private pension
• Food policy according to location
• Parking policy or transport voucher
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social assistance
• Headspace – mental health focused app
• Christmas card or basket for employees according to location
• Christmas gift for children up to 11 years old
• Extended maternity leave
• Program for Pregnant Women and Babies
• Language incentive policy
• Mentoring programs and access to training platform

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.

This position is to work in person in Contagem, MG.

Who will you be working with?

In this role, you will collaborate with a global cross-functional team.

How will you make a difference?

This position provides a unique opportunity to interact with all locomotive subsystems with control content while developing the Next Gen Locomotive Control Architecture that modernizes the electronics, software, applications, and network communication, intending to improve software quality, engineering productivity, meeting cyber security expectations, all while addressing the latest customer needs.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics with Control Systems Background.
• Hands-on Matlab/Simulink Control Application software development.
• Experience in developing and testing embedded software using MBSE techniques.
• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including but not limited to requirements management, source control management, defect tracking, and testing.
• Scripting knowledge using Matlab or Python.
• Experience in communication protocols such as TCP/IP , Serial Protocols etc..
• Ability and willingness to travel as required (<10%).
• Advanced/Fluent English.

What will your typical day look like?

• Lead and Design Matlab/Simulink control applications using MBSE techniques for functions such as ePowerTrain, Battery Charger Systems, and Torque Management for a Battery Electric or Diesel Locomotive.
• Contribute to the Application architecture definition and implementation of the same in the control software.
• Prepare content and conduct design reviews for the different control functions.
• Develop and test Matlab/Simulink models, in accordance with input requirements.
• Contribute to the development of tools and methodologies using MATLAB/Python to support development activities.
• Lead issue resolution which may arise within the key functions and ensure robust launch of products.
• Define Application requirements and allocate to applications to meet system-level functional requirements.
• Define interfaces among control applications within software.
• Support integration and testing activities on various platforms: software in the loop, hardware in the loop, and actual target/production system.
• Ensure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children).
• Dental assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children).
• Profit and results sharing.
• Private pension.
• Food policy according to location.
• Parking policy or transport voucher.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social assistance.
• Headspace – mental health focused app.
• Christmas card or basket for employees according to location.
• Christmas gift for children up to 11 years old.
• Extended maternity leave.
• Program for Pregnant Women and Babies.
• Language incentive policy.
• Mentoring programs and access to training platform.

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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! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

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.