Research and development engineer jobs in Millcreek, PA - 34 jobs

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? You will join some of the most talented and passionate professionals in the locomotive and off highway mining vehicle industry. As a member of Wabtec Light/Heavy Fabrication group/division you will work with a team that is committed and results oriented. We recognize the value of having a diverse team and an inclusive culture. We believe a diverse team produces better ideas and is more successful at meeting the needs of our customers. You will collaborate with a group of people who share your passion and help you succeed. Wabtec Light/Heavy Fabrication Building is a great place to work for anyone who naturally focuses on continuous improvement, who feels ownership for their work, and who takes pride in exceeding customer needs. How will you make a difference? The Manufacturing Engineer works to sustain continual improvement with business processes using lean manufacturing and other improvement techniques. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will collect data, analyze outputs, and provide leadership for action to improve safety, quality, and increase overall effectiveness of business processes. In this role, you will utilize your experience and expertise to solve problems, drive process adherence, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and can affect short-term and some long-term business goals. What do we want to know about you? Are you a strong leader that can positively influence and elevate the performance of a team? Do you fairly and consistently hold the team accountable to each other and to the metrics driven by the business. Do you have: * Bachelor's degree or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in manufacturing * Proficient skills in Microsoft Office applications * Strong oral and written communications skills * Strong interpersonal and leadership skills * Ability to influence others and lead teams * Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact * Ability to multitask across multiple operational initiatives * Strong and effective problem identification and solution skills * Proven analytical and quality/process improvement skills * Willingness to take on tough challenges and grow professionally * Ability to work independently and in a team setting * Strong change management capabilities What will your typical day look like? * Develops, observes, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods and processes to reduce costs. * Lead the operational team with a project based continuous improvement mindset, looking for innovative ways to execute production plan * Manage various cost accounts and projects associated with expense reductions. * Review and analysis of space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency. * Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods. * Develop and execute process improvement strategies that challenge existing operational paradigms * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to redesign workflows and introduce innovative manufacturing techniques * Ability to shift organizational mindset from traditional to progressive manufacturing approaches * Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards. * Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions. * Communicate with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, and other considerations to facilitate production processes. * Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements process changes and improvements. Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $79,100 to $112,800. 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 ************************* Other benefits 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! 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. Qualifications Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $77400-110300 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 ******************* 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.