Lead Project Management Specialist- Propulsion position at Wabtec.| United States Of America

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Wabtec Lead Project Management Specialist- Propulsion

Experience: 4-years

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Chicago, Illin..........United States Of America

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Job DescriptionWho will you be working with?Operation & Technology (O&T) team is a very diverse team covering all service initiatives relative to WABTEC’s locomotives. The team interacts with both WABTEC’s remanufacturing shops as well as customer service shops (CSCs), worldwide. This specific role interacts with WABTEC’s Propulsion equipment remanufacturing sites and customer accounts, collaborating with engineering, Supply Chain operation, Fleet Program Management and customer service accounts.How will you make a difference?As a member of the O&T Propulsion Productivity squad, you will be responsible for supporting, leading, and executing life cycle cost (LCC) reduction projects for Propulsion equipment within the Global Services Organizations (GSO). The Lead Project Management Specialist will guide the Propulsion LCC organization to identify and execute cost reduction projects for the GSO. In this role you will influence cross-functional teams, drive innovative loco maintenance cost projects, and be accountable for the short and long-term results of a multi-million dollar project portfolio both in our remanufacturing shops and at CSCs. Additionally, you will play a key role in driving the adoption and enhancement of emerging technologies for wayside applications and within the manufacturing environment, encompassing areas such as automation systems, advanced repair techniques, non-destructive inspection methods, and industrial vision technologies.What do we want to know about you?Qualifications/Requirements:Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or universityMinimum of 4 years of experience in Services, Operations, Technology, Project Management or Service Contract ManagementStrong understanding of services, supply chain and shop operationsWillingness to travel 10% of the time, both domestic and internationally.Desired Characteristics:Experience with Propulsion equipmentExperience with next generation automation tools (i.e. vision inspection systems or automation equipment), or other emerging technologies, into production or field applicationsAbility to scope automation requirements and develop functional design specificationsHands-on experience with 2D/3D industrial vision systems (i.e. Cognex, Keyence, Simplex, etc.)Practical understanding of common NDT methods (i.e. UT, EC, X-ray, etc.)Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skillsSpecific knowledge of repair processes for metallic componentsProblem solving mindset geared towards creative solutions supporting innovative technology, quality, and throughput improvements with strong conflict resolution skillsWelding, Brazing awarenessAbility to lead multiple projects simultaneouslyEffective communication and presentation skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsAbility to work effectively in a cross-functional teamStrong business, technical, and financial acumenKnowledge of Wabtec and Global Services processesWhat will your typical day look like?Identify and drive projects to reduce Propulsion repair costs with the implementation of newer technologiesIdentify and drive projects with customer accounts to reduce services spending for those accountsHelp develop Multi-Generational Project Plan (MGPP) and strategize out-year budget of advanced technologiesLead and direct technical discussions between suppliers, design engineers, and principal engineers relative, but not limited, to LCC projectsFacilitate communication within the team, as needed, to achieve milestones and professionally manage communications with internal / external project stakeholdersIdentify risks to project execution, schedule, or valuation and facilitate the mitigation of those risks with the appropriate team and communicate as neededDrive continuous improvement within other service divisions of WABTEC by developing a network of resources to standardize best practicesProfessionally represent Wabtec during all customer and supplier interactionsWhat about the physical demands of the job?Will need to be aware of different PPE requirements given shop floor interactionYou may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.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).

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