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Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has 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, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Don’t have experience maintaining locomotives? That’s ok! We provide in-depth technical training to give our technical advisors the knowledge and expertise needed to be successful.

Who will you be working with?

At Wabtec, we put People First, both our employees and customers. We are constantly striving to Expand the Possible and revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations.

As a member of our Field Services Americas team, you will have the opportunity to help our customer, BNSF Railway, maintain their fleet of GE/Wabtec locomotives. You will work alongside a team of technical and materials experts to ensure our customer's fleet is running at optimal levels.

How will you make a difference?

The Locomotive Maintenance Materials Technical Advisor (MTA) is a hybrid position that combines the best of both worlds, between our technical advisory and materials management areas of expertise. Whether it’s managing critical inventory or advising on complex repairs, this position provides a full suite of service to our customers – the largest railroad operators in the United States.

Multiple levels of training and certification are available to our Locomotive Maintenance Technical Advisors, which provides them with multiple career opportunities within the company as their careers progress. With over 27,000 global employees, Wabtec provides rich career development and growth opportunities for our employees.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor's Degree

• Or a 2-year degree with 2 years of professional work experience

• Or a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of Operations or Military Service

• Willingness and ability to work various shifts, various days, and work in shop environment

• Mechanical, electrical, and/or logistical aptitude and problem-solving ability and/or previous experience is preferred, but not required, such as:

• Designing, troubleshooting, and/or repairing diesel engines

• Auto repair

• Aerospace design, manufacturing, or repair

• Other related experience

• Ability to complete Wabtec’s Level 1 Technical Advisor Training Certification

• Proficiency in MS office applications

What will your typical day look like?

In this role, as a Technical Advisor you'll play a key part in providing technical guidance and clear communication to railroad employees and management. You'll coordinate and provide instruction on key programs and procedures related to locomotive maintenance and modifications, and mentor teams on troubleshooting, safety procedures, and contract requirements.

You’ll ensure compliance with all governmental regulations, OSHA work practices, and industry/site-specific work rules, and work with employees and management on establishing production plans for labor, material, and logistics. You'll also work with various software systems to run material, labor plans, and other systemic requirements.

Additionally, you'll be responsible for materials management, including ordering material across multiple sites, monitoring material availability, and engaging supply chain on critical needs. You'll work with all levels of personnel to resolve issues, track material availability, and advise on material usage.

Join our team and help us promote, maintain, and drive continuous improvement in safe work practices while supervising productivity, quality assurance, and adherence to contract requirements.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Standing and walking throughout the day

• Walking up and down stairs

• Climbing on/off of locomotives

• Fitting into small or tight spaces if/when needed

• Wearing all required personal protective gear (hardhat, steel toe boots, ear plugs, eye protection) throughout the day

• Speaking and hearing

• Typing and operating a computer

• Working overnight shifts and multiple days in a row, as required

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

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).

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. 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.