Director - Engineering Operations

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!

The Engineering Operations & Governance organization is responsible for driving operational excellence in engineering to deliver world class products with cost efficiency and quality through use of consistent tools and processes. The team collaborates with Engineering Leaders and cross functional peers to build operational models, organizational strategies, resource planning processes, and workforce development plans intended to create a harmonized engineering organization for Wabtec.

As a member of the Engineering Operations & Governance group, you will be responsible for leading specific engineering productivity/cost initiatives for Wabtec in areas including, but not limited to, Test Automation, Design and Delivery Methods/Processes, Verification and Validation, and also long- and short-term strategic planning. You will also drive engineering metrics/standardization and dashboards development across all P&Ls and short-term execution metrics and operational rhythms.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university or college

Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in Engineering/Technology or Operations

Demonstrated experience in Software Engineering

Desired Characteristics:

Master’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Prior leadership experience

Software Development Methodology knowledge, like Agile or others, Software Testing and Validation

Good understanding of Engineering Productivity measurement

Locomotive Controls Engineering knowledge

Six Sigma Green or Black belt certification

Change agent with strong credibility and influence in the organization

Established analytical and quantitative ability

Statistically literate and familiar with Six Sigma quality concepts and tools

Demonstrated commitment for process improvement

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Customer-focused in defining quality and establishing priorities

Ability to make executive level presentations

Strong organizational skills

Develop action plans to drive productivity in partnership with the P&L engineering teams

Lead engineering software test automation initiatives for Wabtec utilizing automation tools and AI. This involves strong coordination with external engineering tools suppliers

Establish scalable governance and project execution frameworks

Develop the vision for engineer of the future taking into account the new tools and technologies available or under development (influence of AI, HPC, and others)

Collaborating cross functionally with HR, P&L Leaders, and Finance leaders to solve complex problems related to resource supply & demand scenarios, budget changes, project schedules, operating plan management, and strategic planning development.

Develop and monitor metrics to drive execution in the engineering organization, managing the monthly engineering operating rhythm, perform detailed data analysis, and deliver regular executive level reports and presentations that address budget adherence, pressures, variances, resourcing needs, skill gaps, etc.

Delivering results on corporate engineering initiatives intended to drive productivity, harmonization, and integration.

Leading and execute functional improvements to simplify and streamline engineering processes

Supporting strategic workforce planning efforts

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 for accommodation, please let us know.

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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