Field Service and Technical Advising Specialist

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?

We are seeking an experienced Field Service and Technical Advising Specialist to join Wabtec’s Freight Global Services team in Leeds. At Wabtec, we move the world by helping customers deliver goods and services faster and more efficiently. We offer tailored solutions for operating needs, fleet strategy, and business trends, ensuring continued success through multi-year service agreements and adaptable service solutions.

Role: Field Service and Technical Advising Specialist

Salary: £Competitive

Location: Leeds – (Onsite)

Hours: Monday to Friday 06:30 am to 14:30pm, 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

How will you make a difference?

Our Field Service Technical Advice Specialists are trained subject matter experts in diagnosing and troubleshooting our Powerhaul (Class 70) Locomotives. There is the option to undertake world-class training at our corporate training facility where you will become certified in troubleshooting locomotive electrical systems and advising on the maintenance of our locomotive engines.

What will your typical day look like?

• Provide technical support and training during maintenance activities, working as part of a small team based at the customer site.
• Communicate effectively with customer production teams and management, offering guidance on troubleshooting, materials, tooling, and locomotive status.
• Analyse performance data.
• Travel within the UK as required to support operational needs.

What do we want to know about you?

• Full UK driving licence and willing to travel within the UK as required to support operational needs.
• Engineering-related HNC/ONC or higher or equivalent.
• Background in rolling stock or locomotive maintenance (desirable).
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Experience with large diesel engine maintenance.
• Proficient in using diagnostic tools (e.g. multimeter, megger).
• Ability to read and interpret basic electrical schematics.
• Strong written communication skills.

If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values and always put people first and strive to expand what is possible.

Apply today!

Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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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.