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Job Description

Who will you be working with?

The Engineering Project Leader will collaborate with PTC Engineering Managers and subject matter experts to develop and execute project plans. This role also offers opportunities to work with the program teams and other technical Wabtec Business Units that are essential to achieving overall project deliverables.

How will you make a difference?

The Engineering Project Leader will manage multiple system and software project activities associated with the development and aftermarket maintenance support of Positive Train Control products and services to railroad customers. The position will be the primary point of contact with the engineering teams and cross company departments with responsibility for coordinating, managing and communicating internal project plans and status, managing software releases, and meeting R&D initiatives. Engineering Project Leader will ensure services are completed on time, on budget and meet customer/sponsors requirements.

What do we want to know about you?

+ College BS/BA degree required, with preference given to engineering, software fields, or business management areas of study.

+ Must have knowledge of Systems/Software Project Management.

+ Demonstrated ability to achieve continuous, process-driven improvement of technology-based systems

+ Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to articulate clearly and concisely, tailored to audience.

+ Self-motivated with proven ability to work independently and demonstrate strong leadership and team-building skills

+ Ability to develop high level of credibility and strong positive relationships with subordinates, peers, and management.

+ 10 - 15% travel requirement

What will your typical day look like?

+ Manage Software Release Process activities to support contractual obligations and R&D initiatives.

+ Support maintenance services activities to include identification of work and organizational breakdown structures, support of software and hardware updates, creation of project schedule, requirements creation and management, risk and communication management plans.

+ Prepare and manage to a maintenance and service schedules, obtain concurrence of all participating organizations and negotiate service activity logistics with the customer.

+ Allocate and track level of effort and finances for the project on a regular basis to supporting organizations

+ Support periodic project reviews addressing costs, schedules, risks and customer considerations.

+ Support creation of sub-contractor/third party business relationships associated with the Project.

+ Monitor project success against the targets cost, margin, schedule, manning, and customer requirements and make required adjustments to meet project internal expectations.

+ Support the development of customer enhancement projects including all bid and schedule estimates and management approval activities.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

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).

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $89100-126900 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 www.WabtecCorp.com.

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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