Director Engineering Operations

Wabtec•Fort Worth, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Operations & Governance organization is responsible for driving operational excellence in engineering to deliver world class products with cost efficiency and quality through use of consistent tools and processes. The team collaborates with Engineering Leaders and cross functional peers to build operational models, organizational strategies, resource planning processes, and workforce development plans intended to create a harmonized engineering organization for Wabtec. As a member of the Engineering Operations & Governance group, you will be responsible for leading specific engineering productivity/cost initiatives for Wabtec which includes long- and short-term strategic planning. You will also drive engineering metrics/standardization across all P&Ls and short-term execution metrics and operational rhythms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university
Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering, technology, or operations
Proven leadership experience with the ability to influence and drive change
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification with strong statistical and quality knowledge
Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, and process improvement skills
Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and executive-level presentation skills
Customer-focused mindset in defining quality and setting priorities
Strong organizational and leadership capabilities

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering (preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop action plans to drive productivity in partnership with the P&L engineering teams
Lead engineering design automation initiatives for Wabtec utilizing AI and automation tools. This involves strong coordination with external engineering tools suppliers
Develop the vision for engineer of the future taking into account the new tools and technologies available or under development (influence of AI, HPC, and others)
Collaborating cross functionally with HR, P&L Leaders, and Finance leaders to solve complex problems related to resource supply & demand scenarios, budget changes, project schedules, operating plan management, and strategic planning development.
Develop and monitor metrics to drive execution in the engineering organization, managing the monthly engineering operating rhythm, perform detailed data analysis, and deliver regular executive level reports and presentations that address budget adherence, pressures, variances, resourcing needs, skill gaps, etc.
Delivering results on corporate engineering initiatives intended to drive productivity, harmonization, and integration.
Leading and execute functional improvements to simplify and streamline engineering processes
Supporting strategic workforce planning efforts
Perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.