Advanced Lead - Controls Engineer
Job Description
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Software Engineering
- 7 years software requirement development
- 7 years MATLAB/Simulink controls design/testing
- 7 years controls development in Phase gate process
- Familiarity with embedded BMS or inverter controls
- Relocation assistance
- Health benefits
- Welfare benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Annual bonus
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 will you be working with?
The Energy Storage Technology team’s Vision is to create innovation with purpose. We are at the heart of Wabtec’s decarbonization journey. We create solutions that matter to the world & our business.
Mission: “We deliver robust leading-edge Energy Storage Equipment, Controls and Systems Integration technology. We make it real. We drive competitive advantage. Measure us on dependability and delivering consistently in a dynamic environment.”
How will you make a difference?
In this role you will be responsible for developing Concepts, Design Requirements, and perform Simulink Control Model Implementation for Battery Management or Propulsion System applications for locomotives and Off Highway vehicle Electric Drive Systems. You will work closely with a team of Sub-System Engineers, Software Engineers, Control Architects and Testers.
What do we want to know about you?
Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Software Engineering or other technical disciplines
Minimum 7 years software requirement development experience
Minimum 7 years model-based controls design and testing experience in MATLAB/Simulink
Minimum 7 years controls development experience within a formal Engineering Phase gate process
Working knowledge/familiarity with embedded BMS or inverter controls
What will your typical day look like?
Develop and present control model architecture concepts meeting functional and interface needs
Develop and present control model concepts meeting functional needs utilizing existing architecture interfaces
Develop and document Control Software requirements compliant to INCOSE Requirement writing Guidelines (Requirements Manager role)
Document unit/component model implementation details
Implement Mathworks Simulink and Stateflow control models based on requirements (Developer / Implementor role)
Define and execute unit/component or BlackBox level sanity testing utilizing Software in the loop (SiL), or HW in the Loop (HitL), or system test platforms
Utilize formal software lifecycle change record system as required throughout development lifecycle in creation and advancement of software change records
Check in of control models to formal Configuration Management System (Perforce)
Develop and execute Functional Black box Test Cases to assigned requirement sets
Act as critical reviewer of Functional Black box validation Test Case reviews of Implementation performed by peers
Act as presenter in formal Technical Design Review’s
Track, manage, and report status of development & validation efforts to various levels of the organization.
Identify and escalate emerging issues and offer possible mitigations/next steps
What about the physical demands of the job?
Ability and willingness to work "hands-on" in test labs and on locomotives or off-highway trucks with high HP (1000 KVA), medium voltage (2 KV) and high current (10 KA) systems.
Ability and willingness to perform on Locomotive validation and troubleshooting
Ability and willingness to wear PPE4 on occasion as required while performing Locomotive or Lab procedures when necessary
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.
More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
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).
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between
$67,400.00-$96,000.00The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.
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.
