Project Technical Manager (M/F)
The Wabtec group provides equipment, systems, and solutions to the railway industry worldwide. Our expertise, technologies, and teams contribute to the development of more sustainable transport. Join us: http://www.WabtecCorp.com. Our site in Touraine specializes in engineering, production, and services related to the following systems: opening (doors), passenger information (PIS/CCTV), and security (black boxes).
Within the ACCESS Product Line (train doors), reporting to the System Engineering department, you will act as the technical referent for the project, interfacing with the client and the Project Manager. In this capacity, you are responsible for the compliance of the delivered solutions, while respecting technical requirements, Quality / Cost / Delay objectives, and contractual commitments. What will your days look like? During the project phase: Be the technical referent for the project, interfacing with the client and the Project Manager, Lead and manage the dedicated system engineering team, Guarantee the system compliance of the delivered solutions and ensure their internal and client validation, Define, arbitrate, and validate technical choices while respecting Quality / Cost / Delay objectives, Manage engineering activities (planning, design reviews, requirements management), Monitor R&D budgets and perform technical reporting, Identify and control technical risks, contributing to the reliability and standardization of solutions. During the bidding phase: Contribute to the definition of technical solutions and act as the technical partner for the sales team, Establish the R&D costing and validate technical deliverables, Capitalize on feedback for future projects. What would we like to find in you? Master's degree (Engineer or equivalent) preferred, generalist technical training with a focus on mechanical or electrical, Minimum of 2 years of experience in high technical integration environments (automation, mechatronics, special purpose machinery, robotics: railway, aerospace, automotive, equipment, defense, maritime, medical, …), Knowledge of automation (software, hardware, motor regulation, electrical diagrams, sensors), Experience in design and development, in technical management of industrial projects, or in system engineering with client contact, Experience with integrated systems (mechanical, electrical diagrams, sensors, software, motor regulation, …), Rigor, writing skills, ability to analyze and synthesize complex information, Spirit of initiative, proactive in making proposals, Professional level of English, Authorization to work in the EU.
What could you accomplish in an environment where people come first? At Wabtec, it is not just a job – it is the impact you create that matters.
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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. With over 150 years of experience, we are at the forefront of safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it is freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industry, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and teams – together – accelerate the future of transport. With roots dating back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always designed technologies and implemented solutions for various essential sectors to meet the needs of customers and governments. With approximately 30,000 employees worldwide, we deliver performance that moves the world. We train continuously, driven by a constant desire to do better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com
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