Electrical Engineer

Description

Job Summary: This Lead Electrical Engineer position involves designing, testing, and innovating electric machines for transportation, contributing to critical initiatives for hybrid and battery electric vehicles. Key Highlights: 1. Opportunity to innovate in rotating electric machines for transportation 2. Work with cross-functional global teams on critical projects 3. Focus on design, analysis, and testing of electrical components **Job Description** This position requires on-site work in Contagem, MG. **Who will you be working with?** Our best\-in\-class Propulsion team has deep domain expertise in rotating electric machines for transportation applications. Here you’ll interact with various internal and external customers to transform the transportation industry. Our global Propulsion team consists of electrical and mechanical engineers that work together to address real word challenges and come up with innovative solutions. **How will you make a difference?** As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for design, testing, application studies, field support, manufacturing support, and innovation on a variety of machine topologies. You will support various business critical initiatives that include hybrid and battery electric vehicles. You will be responsible for motors, fans, blowers and/or alternator electrical design and work with cross functional teams to meet assigned objectives. In this role you will train under experienced engineers on application specifics, work within defined parameters to make decisions and apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity while resolving issues through immediate action or short\-term planning. **What do we want to know about you?** * Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field * Proven experience with hardware (i.e., electric motors, transformers, etc.) * Experience with rotating equipment (alternators, generators, AC motors, DC motors) * Good understanding of electromagnetics * Ability and willingness to travel as required (\<10%) * Advanced/Fluent English * Excellent verbal and written communication/language skills required to include the ability to provide written and verbal instructions, compile and present business reports/correspondence, and present information clearly **What will your typical day look like?** You will be responsible for projects related to Motors and/or Alternator designs and work with cross\-functional teams to meet assigned objectives. * Execute, with guidance from senior engineering resources, the analysis, design, test, or integration required to define and support assigned components, assemblies, or systems that meet business standards and program / product requirements * Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers * Participate and work with global teams on projects assigned to address specific organizational initiatives * Validate new components and subassemblies, author \& release of drawings and specifications * Generate engineering documents (DFMEA, Design Review materials, Purchase Specs, meeting notes, technical visuals and presentations, etc.) * Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements * Document and communicate results of technical data generated consistent with engineering policies and procedures * Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews **Benefits** * Medical insurance extendable to dependents (spouse and children). * Dental insurance extendable to dependents (spouse and children). * Profit-sharing and performance bonus program. * Private pension plan. * Meal allowance policy aligned with local regulations. * Parking allowance or commuter benefit (transportation voucher). * Life insurance. * Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social assistance. * Headspace – mental health-focused mobile application. * Christmas card or gift basket for employees, per local policy. * Christmas gift for children up to 11 years of age. * Extended maternity leave. * Pregnancy and newborn support program. * Language learning incentive program. * Mentoring programs and access to training platforms. \#LI\-IM1 **Additional Information** **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. Need accommodation? Just let us know \- we’ve got you.