Engineering Technical Leader - Test Engineer

In this role you will work with the control team to develop, implement, and validate controls for electric drive mining vehicles. You'll have the opportunity to interact directly with customers and cross functional teams during project definition and execution., * Report to the Engineering Manager for the Mining Controls team and collaborate with the Engineering organization.

• Plan and manage multiple concurrent tests at the customer proving ground, including truck-level EMC and propulsion validation, as well as component and feature V&V-ensuring safety, compliance, logistics, materials, staffing, and communication needs are met.
• Configure vehicles and components for test activities.
• Set up electrical and mechanical test equipment, including oscilloscopes, probes, spectrum analyzers, antennas, accelerometers, temperature sensors, and data acquisition systems.
• Conduct tests, analyze data, troubleshoot issues, implement corrective actions, and prepare test reports with engineering teams.
• Maintain strong working relationships with the customer and coordinate with site management and test personnel on planning and execution.
• Resolve assigned field issues.
• Travel periodically for 1-3 week durations to support testing and issue investigations.

What about the physical demands of the job?

Candidates will be conducting testing at a customer's proving grounds and periodically may work in a full-scale propulsion system test lab or support field testing at mines. The below physical capabilities are essential:

• Able to climb multistory access stairs and/or ladders on large mining trucks to perform validation testing at mines.
• Work with hand-coded control models and interpret models and simulations.
• Operate test instrumentation.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com (https://wabtec.sharepoint.com/sites/GlobalCommunications/Shared%20Documents/Branding/VMV/mywabtecbenefits.com) .

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).

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent field)
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in:
• Control and system validation for motors, alternators, and power electronic systems
• Electromechanical system testing
• System design and circuit analysis
• EMC testing and compliance
• Modeling and analysis using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink
• Project management

The Wabtec Mining team delivers world class electric drive propulsion systems for heavy haul mining trucks with payloads up to 400T. These systems are introducing new technology to help mines meet their sustainability goals., Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $91000-129800 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. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.