Quality Engineering Lead

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.

Summary:

Do you get fired up by solving complex problems, raising the bar and leading teams to deliver high-impact results? We are looking for a Quality Engineering Lead who brings technical strength, drive, leadership grit, and a passion for doing great work in the smartest way possible —efficiently and effectively. In this role, you will lead initiatives that drive real impact: improving execution, elevating performance, and strengthening customer trust.

At Wabtec, we don’t just build solutions—we build them together. Our culture thrives on collaboration, curiosity, and a shared commitment to support each other every step of the way.

Who will you be working with?

Our Quality Team partners closely with Sales, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Customers and Suppliers to ensure our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance

How will you make a difference?

As a key member of the Wabtec Bus Solutions Team, you will:

• Champion Customer Quality – Be the voice of the customer. Lead audits, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement related to product quality.
• Lead Problem Solving & Product Reliability - Own CAPA investigations, uncover root causes, and elevate product performance via smart, data-driven solutions.
• Drive Quality Execution & Financial Impact – Deliver results that matter. Execute quality plans using FMEA and Control Plans. Reduce COPQ and disposition QC inventory to boost working capital.
• Collaborate & Influence Cross-Functional Teams – Be the connector. Work across engineering, operations, and others to align quality goals and performance.
• Develop Talent & Ensure Compliance – Build the future. Lead and mentor quality engineers, lead training, and uphold the highest standards in compliance and quality.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related field preferred and 7+ years of progressive experience in quality engineering, including leadership roles. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Proven success in implementing quality improvements in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies, including 8D, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through complex quality issue resolution.
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and project management skills.

What will your typical day look like? You will:

• Respond to customer complaints and lead CAPA investigations to ensure timely, effective resolution.
• Support operations, engineering, and other cross functional teams to ensure timely shipment of quality products and disposition of quality-related inventory.
• Align quality engineering activities with business priorities and track action items to closure.
• Coach and guide quality engineers to ensure consistent execution and professional development.
• Prepare, monitor and action reports on quality performance, trends, and improvement initiatives.

What about the physical demands of the job?

This role may involve occasional movement through manufacturing or supplier environments, including standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 25 pounds). Use of hands for handling components and tools may be required. Reasonable accommodation will be provided as needed to support individuals with disabilities.

What else do I need to know?

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).

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.