Senior Systems Engineer

Wabtec Corporation

. Provide technical leadership for the architecture, strategy, and evolution of Wabtec’s Train Handling solutions .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United States, United KingdomSenior💰 $104,800 - $149,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering principles, complex system architecture, and product lifecycle management, with a strong focus on AI-enabled technologies and advanced automation in train handling solutions. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and drive technical excellence in safety-critical applications.

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Systems Engineering PrinciplesComplex System ArchitectureAI-Enabled TechnologiesTechnical LeadershipRailroad Operations Expertise

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Hard Skills

Requirements DevelopmentDesign SolutionsData-Driven AnalysisRisk ManagementSystem IntegrationAutomation TechnologiesEmbedded SystemsCommunications SystemsSafety-Critical ApplicationsAdvanced Analytics

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled ToolsAdvanced Automation ConceptsData Information SystemsTrain Control SystemsDistributed Systems

Industry Keywords

AARCENELECFRAEngineering StandardsSafety Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical leadership for the architecture, strategy, and evolution of Wabtec’s Train Handling solutions
Lead development of complex system architectures, requirements, and design solutions
Serve as technical authority for major programs across the product lifecycle from concept development through deployment and sustainment
Partner with Product Management, Software Engineering, Train Control, Office Systems, Safety, Validation, and Applications Engineering teams
Lead technical reviews, design reviews, trade studies, and system-level verification and validation
Drive resolution of complex system and product issues through data-driven analysis and root cause investigations
Collaborate with railroad executives, customers, industry stakeholders, and subject matter experts
Guide field testing, operational demonstrations, and customer deployments
Identify and champion emerging technologies, advanced automation concepts, and next-generation train handling capabilities
Establish engineering standards, best practices, and technical processes
Mentor and develop systems engineers
Drive adoption of AI-enabled tools, advanced analytics, and intelligent automation throughout the product development lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics or Computer Science from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 10 years’ hands-on design, requirements development and implementation experience involving Engineering Systems, Hardware / Software Engineering, and/or Data Information Systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work in a cross-functional, global environment
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally
Extensive experience applying systems engineering principles across the full product lifecycle
Experience leading technical development of complex, multi-disciplinary systems involving software, controls, automation, embedded systems, communications, or safety-critical applications
Knowledge of systems architecture, requirements decomposition, interface management, risk management, and system integration methodologies
Experience influencing product strategy, technology roadmaps, and engineering direction
Experience mentoring engineers and driving technical excellence
Ability to evaluate and apply AI-enabled technologies, advanced analytics, optimization techniques, and data-driven decision-making
Expertise in railroad operations, train control systems, distributed systems, automation technologies, or transportation and safety-critical industries highly desired
Working knowledge of AAR, CENELEC, FRA, and other applicable industry standards, regulations, and safety practices
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
Annual bonus, if eligible
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met
Fitness for duty test (as applicable)