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 will you be working with?** Our Wabtec Young Touchstone team combines knowledge of our customers’ product platforms/processes with industry expertise to deliver unparalleled product solutions. Here you’ll interact daily with all support team functions to solve problems and will partner with other key stakeholders to support our customers and their operations. **How will you make a difference?** As a member of the Manufacturing Engineering group, you will be responsible for developing, improving, and supporting welding processes with a strong focus on robotic welding applications. This role will drive continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and safety by applying welding engineering expertise, programming skills, and automation knowledge The position will report directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Leader of the business unit. **What do we want to know about you?** To be successful in this role, you will need: + Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience), preferred + 3+ years of experience in welding engineering, with direct experience in robotic welding systems (Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, or similar). + Strong understanding of welding processes (MIG, TIG, spot welding, resistance welding, etc.). + Knowledge of weld metallurgy, materials, and defect prevention. + Experience with welding codes and standards (AWS, ISO, ASME). + Proven ability to program, troubleshoot, and optimize robotic welding systems. + Hands-on problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude. + Excellent communication and cross-functional teamwork skills. + Strong analytical and project management skills. + We would prefer that you additionally have: + Experience with PLCs and automation integration. + Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge. + Weld inspection certifications (e.g., CWI). + Familiarity with CAD, simulation software, or offline robot programming. **What will your typical day look like?** + Develop, optimize, and maintain robotic welding processes, parameters, and programs to ensure consistent weld quality. + Troubleshoot welding and robotic system issues, implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime. + Work with design, production, and quality teams to ensure weld specifications meet customer and industry standards. + Support welding equipment installation, commissioning, and preventive maintenance activities. + Conduct weld testing, inspections, and qualifications (e.g., destructive and non-destructive testing). + Develop and maintain welding process documentation (WPS, PQR, work instructions). + Provide technical training and support to operators, technicians, and maintenance personnel on robotic welding systems. + Collaborate with suppliers, integrators, and vendors on equipment upgrades and new technology implementation. + Lead continuous improvement projects focused on automation, throughput, and quality. + Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (AWS, ISO, etc.). 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 range for this role is between $77,400.00-$110,300.00 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 an annual bonus, if eligible. **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.