Field Technician

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?

Our best in-class Services team combines knowledge of our customers monitoring solutions, networking, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and global rail operations. Wabtec has the largest install base of vision and acoustic Wayside (solutions on side of or embedded in the track) of the global rail industry. Our team interacts with a global customer base during problem resolution process and partners with other key stakeholders to support our customers in their derailment protection solutions and operational safety solutions.

How will you make a difference?

• Attention to detail while in the field to spot mechanical, electrical and software defects
• Ability to use Electronics Test Equipment (Multimeter, RJ45 Cable Tester, Oscilloscope)
• Computer Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent Communication (Verbal and Written)
• Full UK or EU driving license
• Abilty to produce instructions, reports and documents for use in the field
• Strong customer service skills while on the phone / onsite
• Able to use some common mechanical tools (Wrenches, drill, and heavy-duty tools)
• Preferably Hold a UK PTS certificate or SNCF SECUFER qualification or be able to attain the qualification
• Installation and Maintenance (Installing, configuring, and maintaining equipment onsite).
• Site Monitoring and reporting of mechanical failures of the systems or components
• Diagnosing and resolving technical issues for all Machine Vision equipment in the Field. For acoustic, vision and thermal electronic systems
• Keeping records of service calls, updating databases, installations, and maintenance Service repairs.
• Training the customers on the proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Performing Annual Maintenance Calibration of equipment in line with instructions
• Follow the railroad relevant industry regulations and safety protocol while working on-site as appropriate to the country in which our equipment is installed
• Performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance in line with instructions

What do we want to know about you?

• High School Diploma or equivalent (1 to 2 years of working experience in the field)
• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time and have a valid Passport
• Prior experience working with customers and a background in the rail industry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Driven and results focused

Typical Day

• Working in the field of troubleshooting system failures / determining actions to identify and resolve issues.
• Preplanning work and ensuring that the necessary safety measures are in place, risk assessments completed
• Completing the relevant paperwork to record the work done
• Monitoring of systems remotely using IT systems to access our equipment
• Traveling between 16 customers in the EMENA region to perform annual maintenance / calibration/ warranty repairs or performing break fix analysis and issue resolution

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in the Rail Environment, track walking, lifting equipment, working at night, inclement weather etc.
• Wearing the appropriate PPE to comply with the relevant Railway Safety Regulations
• Working in confined spaces
• Hot work – soldering, grinding
• Understanding the Electrical Safety requirements of our systems (Lock Out procedures etc.)
• Office work sitting for long periods of time as and when required to attend meetings on line and complete paperwork
• Driving to remote sites

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?

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