Mechanical Design Engineer – Cooling Systems / Radiator Design

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!     We are seeking a talented and innovative Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced radiator and cooling package systems for large diesel, gas, and power generation engines. This role offers the opportunity to work on highly engineered thermal management solutions that support critical applications across power generation, mining, marine, rail, data centres, and heavy-duty off-highway industries.   The successful candidate will be responsible for the complete product development cycle, from concept design and engineering analysis through validation, manufacturing support, and product launch. The ideal engineer combines strong mechanical design expertise, thermal system understanding, and cross-functional collaboration skills to deliver reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective cooling solutions.   Key Responsibilities include:   Radiator System Design • Design radiators and cooling systems for large diesel and gas engine applications. • Develop radiator core, tank, frame, fan shroud, mounting systems, and associated cooling package components. • Create 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, assemblies, and bills of materials. • Perform packaging studies and integration within engine compartments. • Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and internal design guidelines.   Engineering Analysis • Perform design calculations related to: • Structural integrity • Pressure containment • Vibration and fatigue life • Thermal expansion • Mounting system loads • Support CFD and thermal performance assessments. • Utilize FEA tools to validate structural and durability requirements. Product Development • Lead design activities from concept through production release. • Evaluate new materials, manufacturing methods, and innovative cooling technologies. • Support prototype builds and engineering change management. • Conduct DFMEA, DFM, DFA, and tolerance stack-up analyses. Testing and Validation • Support laboratory and field-testing activities. • Investigate failures and recommend corrective actions. • Analyse test data and validate design performance. • Participate in durability, pressure cycling, vibration, thermal shock, and environmental testing. Manufacturing Support • Work closely with manufacturing teams to optimize producibility and quality. • Support supplier development and technical reviews. • Resolve production issues related to design and assembly. • Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives. Cross-functional Collaboration • Collaborate with thermal engineers, engine integration teams, simulation engineers, suppliers, and customers. • Participate in design reviews and technical discussions. • Support customer issue resolution and product improvement activities.   Required Qualifications • Master’s Degree / bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline. • 3-8+ years of experience in mechanical design of cooling systems, radiators, heat exchangers, or related products. • Strong knowledge of: • Heat exchanger design • Radiator construction and materials • Welded and brazed assemblies • Sheet metal and fabricated structures • GD&T and engineering drawings • Proficiency in CAD software such as: • Creo, NX, CATIA, SolidWorks • Understanding of manufacturing processes including: • Brazing, Welding, Sheet metal fabrication, Tube forming, Aluminium fabrication, Metal Coatings etc   Preferred Qualifications • Experience with large engine cooling systems (500 kW to 5 MW+). • Experience in power generation, mi