Job Description

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!

Job Title: Engineering Leader – BCC Program

Location: BCC Region – India
Reporting To: Transit India Engineering Leader & Program Manager (Global)
Team Size: 5 Engineers (Subject Matter Experts across technologies / commodities)

Role Objective:

Lead a cross-functional engineering team to execute the BCC Kaizen cost-saving program by localizing parts, validating suppliers, and supporting exports from India to global Transit and EU sites. Drive Design-to-Cost and Design-for-Manufacture strategies while managing stakeholder expectations across subsystems and global teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Team Leadership & Technical Oversight

Lead and mentor a team of 5 engineers with expertise in:

Electronics

Wire Harness

Castings & Forgings

Sheet Metal (Stampings, Paints, Heat Treatment)

Special Processes (Welding, Brazing, Anodizing, Plating, etc.)

Ensure technical excellence and timely execution of localization and validation tasks.

2. Engineering Execution & Localization

Drive engineering feasibility for parts sourced from Indian suppliers.

Define and validate local equivalent materials and specifications.

Ensure compliance with global standards and support drawing updates with raw material equivalence.

3. Supplier Engagement & Validation

Collaborate with sourcing and supplier quality teams for RFQ specification, supplier selection, and feasibility commitment.

Own validation activities including external lab testing, WITEC lab coordination, and field trials.

Approve suppliers’ post-validation and ensure readiness for serial production.

4. Stakeholder & Program Management

Manage expectations of different Transit PL i.e. Brakes& Couplers, Access, Current collection, etc

Represent engineering in program reviews, audits, and supplier feasibility discussions.

Support part approval /deviation management from suppliers to coordinate with global engineering if required

5. Design-to-Cost & Design-for-Manufacture

Implement DTC and DFM principles across transferred and new designs.

Optimize product and process designs to achieve cost reduction targets.

Support NPI initiatives with India-first engineering strategies.

Drive Should Cost initiatives working closely with Should Costing and Sourcing teams

6. Change Management & Documentation

Lead PCR/ECR (Product/Engineering Change Request) processes in coordination with Global Sites.

Ensure documentation packages are complete, validated, and compliant with global standards.

Maintain traceability and audit readiness for all engineering deliverables.

Qualifications

& Experience:

Bachelor’s/ Master's in mechanical, Electrical, Electronic or Manufacturing Engineering.

10 to 12 years of Overall experience with 3+ years in engineering leadership roles.

Proven track record in team management across diverse technologies.

Experience in global sourcing, supplier validation, and cost optimization.

Strong understanding of rail systems, subsystems, and body structure engineering.

Preferred Skills:

Familiarity with PLM, IQPS, E-RFQ tools.

Exposure to EU compliance standards and export documentation.

Strong stakeholder management and cross-cultural communication skills.

Prior exposure to global sourcing and export-oriented manufacturing.

Experience working with EU standards and compliance requirements.

Hands-on experience with Indian supplier ecosystem in fabrication, machining, casting, or engineered systems.

Performance Metrics:

% Cost Reduction (Target: >6% YoY)

Lead Time Reduction (Target: 350 to 150 days)

Supplier Validation Success Rate

Number of PNs qualified and approved for export

Team delivery against Kaizen milestones

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.

Additional Information

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.

BCC Engineering Leader