Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Melbourne, FL (NOW HIRING)

Who will you be working with?

Under the Train Performance & Automation group, the LOCOTROL Engineers design and develop new and exciting solutions for a variety train control requirements.  Our automated, semi-automated, and remote-control solutions and products are used globally for a wide variety of freight rail transportation customers; hauling everything from raw metallurgical ore to the very car you drove to work this morning.

How will you make a difference?

As a Systems Engineer, you will utilize experience and expertise to develop and execute objectives for self and others, as well as provide technical solutions, through Embedded Software Applications, for a myriad of customer requests.  You will have the ability to affect short-term and some long-term business goals on the LOCOTROL Product portfolio.
 

What do we want to know about you?

• A Bachelor's, or higher, Degree from an accredited college or university in an Electrical Engineering(preferred) or Software Engineering(with appropriate level of non-Software Related Engineering experience) major.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with specification generation for Embedded Software Solutions, requirements management tools, and trace system requirements.
   

What will your typical day look like?

• Decompose internal and external customer inputs and develop a backlog of Software(SW) and Hardware(HW) tasks/requirements to distribute to teams to work in a pre-defined period.
• Develop creative solutions/architectures and define/document system requirements for new and existing SW products, via system specifications and technical memorandums.
• Provide Requirements to a small team of Software and Validation Engineers in support of the Software Development, Validation and Release process.
• The SE will work with Engineering Program Leaders to develop a workable time-constrained schedule.
• Participate heavily in safety analysis.
• Provide input into system test and validation activities.
• Provide technical support to Program Managers, Product Owners and Project Engineers when communicating with customers, providing estimates for proposals, and coordinating technical aspects for requisitions.
• Provide Electrical Schematics, SW and HW Designs, as well as other technical documentation to internal and external customers.
• Travel, possibly globally, to support contract obligations, as required.
• Work closely with the commercial and technology teams to create system configurations differentiated in the market.
• Leverage cross-functional and cross business resources to maximize technical results.
• Provide support as a team Leader for activities such as: Software Development, and Validation, field issues and failures investigations, root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions, lesson learned issues, and design standards updates.
• Build solid relationships with key customers and suppliers.

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to develop Failure Modes / Effects Analyses and perform risk assessments.
• Ability to work in, and lead, a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, global environment.
• Experience with DOORs and/or other requirements management and traceability tools.
• Railroad industry experience.
• Experience with Locomotive interfaces and HW platforms.
• Experience with Railroad communications systems

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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.

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