Controls Engineer

Company: Wabtec
Location: Oak Creek
Posted on: February 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Description Who will you be working with? Our Controls Engineering team combines knowledge of customers’ requirements with deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver Maintenance of Way (MOW) equipment and solutions that utilize existing and cutting-edge technologies that exceed customer and industry expectations. Here you will partner with other key stakeholders to support our customers and their operations. How will you make a difference? As a member of the Controls Engineering team, you will be responsible for performing electrical modeling, design, component selection, programming and documentation for new and existing Maintenance of Way equipment. You will manage your projects within cost targets while maintaining project schedule. What do we want to know about you? Bachelor’s Degree Electrical or Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent One (1) to five (5) years engineering experience Knowledge of electrical symbols, schematics, circuits, ladder logic, programming, PLCs, HMIs and PCs Familiarity with fluid symbols, schematics, and circuits Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems Familiarity with NFPA, NEC, UL, and ISO guidelines and standards Experience with industrial automation or mobile machine design Ability to translate design requirements into practical, cost effective, reliable product designs Familiarity with CoDeSys or other IEC 61131-3 programming languages Familiarity with C++ or other OOP languages Familiarity with Promis-E, AutoCAD Electrical or other electrical schematic drafting software package Familiarity with PRO E/Creo or other 3D modeling software Familiarity with State flow software. Demonstrated individual project management skills (maintaining scope, schedule, and budget) on small projects What will your typical day look like? Design electrical controls (typically CAN based) for independent subsystems on board mobile equipment Interface with others during the designing, building, and field testing of prototypes and production models Create designs within pre-defined cost targets Participate in design reviews Provide technical product support though all phases of project Advise Department Manager on a regular basis as to the status of ongoing projects Mark-up electrical schematics and cabling drawings per as-built revisions Review and update functional and technical specification documents Assist with the development of technical publications, such as operator and maintenance manuals Monitor individual design schedule to ensure completion as determined by Department Manager Conduct bench-top and field tests for new and existing components or subsystems to validate functionality Ensure that designs meet requirements on function, reliability, safety and performance of equipment operation Create and maintain bills of materials and write engineering change orders What about the physical demands of the job? Work is primarily light duty and requires the ability to regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to sit, stand and walk unassisted. Requires the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is required to talk and hear. Normal correctable vision is required. Travel less than 10% Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $71500-98100 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible. 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.

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