Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Electrical Engineer IIIBuffalo Grove, ILFull-timeWorker Sub Type: RegularJob Family: Electrical EngineeringJob DescriptionIt'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 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 30K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! Who will you be working with? You'll be joining Wabtec Bus Solutions, a team driving innovation in Transit Bus & Rail systems, including passenger door systems, wheelchair lifts & ramps, e-Bus charging systems, driver's protective barriers, and more. We blend technical expertise with deep product knowledge to deliver high-impact solutions for our customers and communities.How will you make a difference?As an experienced engineer within Wabtec Bus Solutions, you will drive design and development focused on a mix of controls, harnesses, and other electrical systems for doors, ramps, lifts, charging, and other bus-related product lines. Reporting to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, you will design and develop electrical based systems, contribute to product development, and ensure compliance with engineering standards. Your role will include collaborating with peers, supporting design decisions, and executing engineering tasks aligned with project goals.What do we want to know about you? • Bachelor's degree in electrical or Electronics Engineering (master's preferred; ABET-accredited) and 6+ years of relevant experience.• Basic project management skills and ability to lead engineering based small sized projects or parts of projects.• Experience with the development of electrical based systems in transportation and working knowledge of electrical design of systems and components including engineering & manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures• Working knowledge in APQP/NPD Stage Gate, DFMEA, RCA/8D's, DFM/DFA, Engineering Analysis, & Hand Calculations• Familiarity in Poka-Yoke, PPAP, VAVE, Lean Six Sigma, DOE• Designed PCBs for motor control, I/O, and embedded systems and familiar with transportation electrical systems, schematics, and topologies• Strong skills in electrical testing, troubleshooting, and prototype development and deep knowledge of DC motors, relays, and contactors.What will your typical day look like? • Design and develop electrical systems per customer and technical requirements and make design decisions to optimize performance, cost, and manufacturability• Contribute to innovation, patents, or process improvement and support electrical designs from concept through production launch• Participate in DFMEA sessions and validation planning• Follow APQP/NPD processes to ensure successful product launches and lead or support root cause analysis and corrective actions for electrical issues• Lead or support root cause analysis and corrective actions for electrical issues• Evaluate specifications and performance needs to deliver cost-effective solutions and collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain for DFM/DFA alignment• Create and review wiring diagrams, schematics, and system layouts and create and review wiring diagrams, schematics, and system layouts• Analyze test results to improve product reliability and performance and support Sales and Field Service in resolving customer issues You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. Title: Electrical Engineer Location: Near Wheeling, ILHire Type: Direct HireSalary:$110k-$140k/yr .Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunitiesWe are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer III to support the design and development of electrical systems for transit and transportation products including passenger door systems, wheelchair lifts and ramps, charging systems, and additional electrical product lines. This role will focus on controls, harnesses, electrical systems development, product innovation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive engineering solutions from concept through production.Job Duties:• Design and develop electrical systems based on customer and technical requirements• Make engineering decisions to optimize product performance, manufacturability, and cost efficiency• Support electrical system development from concept through production launch• Contribute to product innovation, process improvements, and potential patent development• Participate in DFMEA sessions and validation planning activities• Follow APQP/NPD processes to support successful product launches• Lead or support root cause analysis and corrective actions for electrical issues• Evaluate specifications and performance requirements to develop cost-effective solutions• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to support DFM/DFA initiatives• Create and review wiring diagrams, schematics, and system layouts• Analyze testing results to improve product reliability and overall performance• Support Sales and Field Service teams in resolving customer issues• Manage or contribute to engineering projects and project deliverables• Support prototype development, testing, and troubleshooting activities• Perform additional responsibilities as assignedQualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering required; Master's degree preferred• Degree from an ABET-accredited institution preferred• 6+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience• Basic project management skills with the ability to lead small engineering projects or project components• Experience developing electrical systems within transportation industries• Working knowledge of engineering and manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures• Experience with APQP, NPD Stage Gate, DFMEA, RCA/8D, DFM/DFA, engineering analysis, and hand calculations• Familiarity with Poka-Yoke, PPAP, VAVE, Lean Six Sigma, and DOE methodologies• Experience designing PCBs for motor control, embedded systems, and I/O applications• Knowledge of transportation electrical systems, schematics, and system topologies• Strong electrical testing, troubleshooting, and prototype development skills• Strong understanding of DC motors, relays, and contactorsQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.


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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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