Advanced Lead Engineer – Mechanical Component

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Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has 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, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. The freight portfolio features a comprehensive line of locomotives, software applications and a broad selection of mission-critical controls systems. The transit portfolio provides highly-engineered systems and services to virtually every major rail transit system around the world, supplying an integrated series of components for buses and all train-related market segments that deliver safety, efficiency and passenger comfort. Along with its industry-leading portfolio of products and solutions for the rail and transit industries, Wabtec is a leader in mining, marine and industrial solutions. Wabtec has approximately 29,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.   Role Summary / Purpose We are seeking an Advanced Lead Engineer to join the Engine & Power Solutions Center of Excellence (COE) in Bangalore. This role is responsible for leading the design, development, validation, and optimization of diesel engine components and systems, leveraging strong expertise in mechanical design, structural analysis, and finite element analysis (FEA). The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering engineering solutions across the product lifecycle, including New Product Introduction (NPI), New Technology Introduction (NTI), productivity enhancement, cost optimization, and reliability improvement initiatives. Working in a global, cross-functional environment, the engineer will collaborate closely with design, analysis, manufacturing, sourcing, and validation teams, as well as external engineering partners, to develop innovative and robust solutions that meet performance, quality, and business objectives. This position requires a strong technical foundation, problem-solving mindset, and the ability to lead complex engineering projects from concept through production implementation. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates who are required to relocate to support the needs of the role.   Key Responsibilities: • Lead the design, development, and validation of diesel engine components and subsystems to meet performance, reliability, cost, weight, and quality objectives. • Translate customer, system, and regulatory requirements into technical specifications and robust engineering solutions. • Execute detailed engineering activities including concept development, engineering calculations, material selection, DFMEA, tolerance analysis, and design verification. • Develop and maintain component specifications, validation plans, engineering standards, design guides, and technical documentation. • Perform and guide Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural, thermal, vibration, fatigue, and durability performance of components. • Develop, validate, and correlate simulation models, leveraging analysis and test data to improve product robustness and reliability. • Lead verification and validation activities, including component, engine, and field testing, and drive resolution of technical issues. • Collaborate with manufacturing, sourcing, quality, validation, and supplier teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, serviceable, and cost-effective. • Conduct technical reviews and ensure compliance with engineering standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulations. • Drive continuous improvement through innovation, simplification, digital engineering tools, and best engineering practices. • Manage project execution by tracking quality, cost, schedule, risks, and key deliverables. • Serve as the technical focal point for assigned components, providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and communicating project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.   Qualifications/Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. • Minimum 8 years of experience in mechanical product design, development, analysis, and validation. • Experience leading component or subsystem design projects in engine, powertrain, rail, automotive, heavy equipment, aerospace, or similar industries. • Strong expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), preferably using ANSYS or equivalent simulation tools. • Experience applying simulation-driven design and development methodologies. • Solid knowledge of mechanical design, materials, manufacturing processes, tolerance analysis, DFMEA, and GD&T. • Ability to develop engineering specifications, validation plans, technical document