Lead Engine Controls Engineer

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 for on-site work, in Contagem, Minas Gerais.

Who will you be working with?

You will be working with cross countries team from India, Brazil, USA. You will collaborate more with multiple stakeholders like Performance, controls, Systems, Field teams from Design till launch the product.

How will you make a difference?

You bring creative ideas in terms of product / process / innovation to improve productivity, cost effective solutions to add more value in terms of time & cost.

What do we want to know about you?

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical/Instrumentation/aerospace engineering.
• Experience on-the-job experience in designing and developing modern internal combustion engine controls, powertrain for locomotive / automotive systems.
• Experience with modeling, simulation, and calibration tools used in engine control system development.
• Ability to lead technical development dealing with multiple stake holders and bring quality solutions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

What will your typical day look like?

• The job has the responsibility for leading designing Locomotive Engine Control that meet the customer requirements, cost & reliability expectations. It includes defining system level requirements, preparing test plans & performing system validation, lead and participate in Design reviews and make technical decisions.
• Lead and drive culture of quality and technological refinement to existing designs.
• Design and develop and Engine Controls Systems for Locomotives.
• Lead / Participate in product conceptual designs and concept trade off analysis.
• Design, develop, HITL testing and implementation of model based design for engine controls and lead the reviews, close multiple development phases.
• Interact with locomotive systems, sub-systems, component teams to define and document vehicle control system requirements and interfaces.
• Develop Model as per design requirement and carryout desktop simulations to verify the design.
• Develop Validation plans and perform control/subsystem/system validation.
• Conduct Simulator testing and later participate in locomotive testing to validate vehicle control as required.
• Lead Design reviews; make presentation and status reports to Senior Management.
• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Work with cross-functional & global teams to meet project objectives.

Benefits

At Wabtec, people come first. That's why we ensure our employees feel valued and have the necessary tools to thrive. By joining us, you will have access to a series of benefits designed to promote your well-being and development. Check out what we offer so you feel part of a company that supports your professional and personal journey:

• Medical assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children)
• Dental assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children)
• Profit sharing
• Private pension
• Food policy according to location
• Transportation voucher
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social assistance
• Headspace – mental health 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.

About Us

Want to move the world? Want to innovate and bring that innovation to life?

At Wabtec, we are in the business of realizing potential – that of the transportation industry, and yours!

Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective success across the vibrant portfolios of Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, we offer employees hands-on opportunities all over the world to shape the future of transportation – as well as their own. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, leveraging our digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services to create transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Along with our industry-leading portfolio of products and solutions for the rail and transit industries, Wabtec is a leader in mining, marine, and industrial solutions.

Wabtec celebrates thinkers and doers. Our values included in the About Us page are rooted in innovation, collaboration, inclusiveness, and continuous improvement to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. Whether your talents lie in digital solution development, next-gen manufacturing, advanced service delivery, or the spectrum of business functions that support them, Wabtec literally has a world of opportunity for you across our global network.

Our employees are the architects of the future. Where will you be tomorrow?