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Wabtec Corporation Program Manager – Fleet Innovation & Transformation in Grove City, Pennsylvania
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 will you be working with?
The mission of the Fleet Innovation & Transformation team is to accelerate fleet transformation by consistently providing compelling solutions and innovative technologies that improve reliability, sustainability, and performance.
How will you make a difference?
The Program Manager – Fleet Innovation & Transformation will have oversight and management of key programs such as modernization and upgrade requisitions – including both hardware and software for the installed base of locomotive fleets. This includes management of complex issues such as requirements definition reconciliation, kitting, and field delivery. The role requires coordination with business leaders together with engineering and software teams to deliver projects on time and budget that meet all contractual requirements and satisfy our customers.
What do we want to know about you?
Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Program Management or other role developing broad-scoped business relationships involving complex interactions or new partners
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Desired Characteristics:
BS/MS in electrical or mechanical engineering
PMP certification
7-10 years of experience in Program Management
Oracle experience
Experience working with software development teams
Demonstrated locomotive product line, systems or manufacturing knowledge
Experience involving locomotive modernizations and/or overhaul
Strong negotiating ability
Strong business and financial acumen
Commercial operations / contract management experience
What will your typical day look like?
Create integrated program management plans. Lead, manage, monitor and control all project work.
Coordinate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and software teams to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
Manage contract deliverables and coordinate project-related technical requirements with internal and external customers
Develop and manage detailed and harmonized program schedules. Create milestone schedules for proposals
Forecast, manage, and control total program costs including NRE, manufacturing, and logistics costs
Drive revenue, cash, and margin attainment. Develop program financial forecasts
Identify, acquire, and manage the resources needed for the successful completion of the project
Ensure timely / appropriate program communications, including communications to customers as required
Identify, document, and mitigate program risks. Maintain program risk registers
Ensure proper component demand is loaded and PPAP requirements are met on time
Serve as primary point of contact for the customer on program-related issues during program execution
Manage program scope changes and collaborate with the commercial teams to negotiate change orders with customers
Facilitate customer inspections, testing, and overall acceptance of locomotives and contract deliverables
Successfully close programs and effectively oversee the program transition to the services teams. Capture and communicate lessons learned
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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! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.