Bengaluru, India
5 days ago
Lead Mechanical Engineer- Testing

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.

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 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!

Role Summary/Purpose:

Role is to Coordinate testing of Mechanical component/sub system designs, define test requirements and equipment needed, work with engineering, suppliers on design and Development of test equipment /test Systems, determine conditions under which tests are to be conducted and procedures to be Followed, perform special and non-standard tests.


Essential Responsibilities

Design and develop innovative, scalable, flexible and test set ups, Test fixtures in the lab, Consistent with the Validation requirements of the product design teams.

Strategic Leadership – Drive innovative, scalable, flexible and diverse set ups in the lab to grow capabilities consistent with business vision.

Coach and mentor the resources on the Validation and build capability.

Collaborate with external labs to leverage their capabilities for validations. 

Responsible for coordinating with suppliers, qualification of critical component suppliers, understand/Develop quality assurance plans, verification of the components supplied and ensure quality standards are accordance with the requirements of the organization.

Work with Engineering Teams in converting engineering requirements into a test plan and execute the same per the schedule/quality expected.

Provide Build Estimates, Duration as input to planning Process.

Hold design reviews for test plans & procedures, test results reviews and Document test results.

Work closely with site cross functional teams of EHS, Facilities, Compliance, Import/Export, Logistics etc to enable the execution of Test plans as per schedule

Prepare invention disclosures to protect the technology that provides a competitive advantage to the business


Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelors/Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering discipline from institute of repute 

Min. 6 Plus years’ experience in mechanical design, development and validation, preferably in the field of automotive / large bore engines.

Experience in Program management, preferably in developing lab capabilities

Demonstrated expertise in Mechanical system /sub system/ component validations
Strong understanding of Mechanical testing domain, Engineering fundamentals and the application of the same.

Experience/familiarity in a lab environment with data acquisition systems, test instrumentation, industrial test laboratory environments and procedures.

Experience with sensors including accelerometers, strain gages, thermocouples, load cells, and microphones and transducers.

Excellent oral & written technical communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability and willingness to travel as required.

Commitment to Integrity & Compliance 

Desired Characteristics

Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to influence stakeholders, solve problems, and deliver results

Experience with design & validation of electro-mechanical systems, especially locomotive and/or off-highway vehicles and auxiliary systems

Ability to multi-task & prioritize effectively

Team player with ability to work with minimal direction

Strong organizational skills and prior success in working with cross-functional teams

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.

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.

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