Junior Dynamometer Technician - 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

Railroad Friction Products Corporation designs and manufactures Cobra high-friction and low-friction composition brake shoes, specialty shoes, and disc brake linings for freight, locomotive and transit vehicles. 

How will you make a difference?

Dynamometer testing plays a key part in research into factors affecting friction and other key performance characteristics, development of new friction materials, and evaluation of changes in process and raw materials for current products. As a member of the Railroad Friction Products group/division, you will assist in the operation, maintenance, and repair of Dynamometer test equipment, set up equipment, run tests, and prepare Dynamometer test reports.

What do we want to know about you?

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 
• Ability to write simple correspondence. 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

What will your typical day look like?

• Follow all company established safety and employment rules.
• Assist in the setup, calibration, and operation of dynamometer test equipment.
• Assist routine maintenance and repairs of dynamometer test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with dynamometer test equipment.
• Document test results and communicate findings to senior technicians and engineers.
• Always follow established safety procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of test results and equipment maintenance.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and effective testing processes.
• Regular on-site attendance is required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What about the physical demands of the job?
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

• Occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and extreme heat (non-weather).
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

The hourly range for this role is between $25.00 – $26.50. The actual hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

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).

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

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.

Who are we?

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

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

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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