Field Engineer

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

Our best in-class Services team combines knowledge of our customers monitoring solutions, networking, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and global rail operations. Wabtec has the largest install base of vision and acoustic Wayside (solutions on side of or embedded in the track) of the global rail industry. Our team interacts with a global customer base during problem resolution process and partners with other key stakeholders to support our customers in their derailment protection solutions and operational safety solutions.

How will you make a difference?

• Installation and Maintenance (Installing, configuring, and maintaining equipment onsite).
• Site Monitoring and reporting of mechanical failures of the systems or components
• Diagnosing and resolving technical issues for all Machine Vision equipment in the Field. For acoustic, vision and thermal electronic systems
• Keeping records of service calls, updating databases, installations, and maintenance Service repairs.
• Training the customers on the proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Performing Annual Maintenance Calibration of equipment in line with instructions
• Follow the railroad relevant industry regulations and safety protocol while working on-site as appropriate to the country in which our equipment is installed
• Performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance in line with instructions
• Working in the field of troubleshooting system failures / determining actions to identify and resolve issues.
• Preplanning work and ensuring that the necessary safety measures are in place, risk assessments completed
• Completing the relevant paperwork to record the work done
• Monitoring of systems remotely using IT systems to access our equipment
• Traveling between customers within the assigned region to perform annual maintenance / calibration/ warranty repairs or performing break fix analysis and issue resolution

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor technical education or equivalent (1 to 2 years of working experience in the field)
• Strong customer service skills while on the phone / onsite
• Able to use some common mechanical tools (Wrenches, drill, and heavy-duty tools)
• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time 
• Prior experience working with customers and a preferrable background in the rail industry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use Electronics Test Equipment (Multimeter, RJ45 Cable Tester, Oscilloscope)
• Computer Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent Communication (Verbal and Written)
• Driven and results focused
• Legal authorization in Kazakhstan is required
• English proficiency is required

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in the Rail Environment, track walking, lifting equipment, working at night, inclement weather etc.
• Wearing the appropriate PPE to comply with the relevant Railway Safety Regulations
• Working in confined spaces
• Hot work – soldering, grinding
• Understanding the Electrical Safety requirements of our systems (Lock Out procedures etc.)
• Office work sitting for long periods of time as and when required to attend meetings on line and complete paperwork

Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalized agreement with Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third-party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.

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.

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