Embedded Software Engineer III

Job Description

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.

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 30,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

You’ll be joining Wabtec Bus Solutions, a team driving innovation in Transit Bus & Rail systems, including passenger door systems, wheelchair lifts & ramps, e‑Bus charging systems, driver’s protective barriers, and more. We blend technical expertise with deep product knowledge to deliver high‑impact solutions for our customers and communities.

As an experienced engineer within Wabtec Bus Solutions, you will drive design and development focused on a mix of major initiatives in embedded software development for different products, controls, & sensors. Reporting to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, you will design and develop embedded software‑based products, contribute to product development, and ensure compliance with engineering standards. Your role will include collaborating with peers, supporting design decisions, and executing engineering tasks aligned with project goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer or software engineering (master’s preferred; ABET accredited)
• 6+ years of relevant experience and basic project management skills and ability to lead engineering based small sized projects or parts of projects
• Working knowledge of embedded software design of systems and components including engineering & manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures
• Working knowledge in APQP/NPD Stage Gate, DFMEA, RCA/8D’s, & Engineering Analysis
• Deep knowledge in embedded architecture/systems, safety standards, performance optimization, & system integration
• Proficiency in Linux, C/C++, RTOS, and embedded debugging tools and familiarity with C#, python, JavaScript, HTML, & react
• Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams

• Design and develop embedded software systems, including controllers and sensors, per customer and technical requirements
• Make design decisions to optimize performance, cost, and manufacturability and contribute to innovation, patents, or process improvement
• Support embedded software designs from concept through production launch
• Participate in DFMEA sessions and validation planning and follow APQP/NPD processes to ensure successful product launches
• Lead or support root cause analysis and corrective actions for software and electrical issues
• Evaluate specifications and performance needs to deliver cost‑effective solutions and architect scalable, maintainable software for real‑time embedded systems

• Primarily office‑based work and use a computer for extended periods.
• Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to build, test, & inspect electro‑mechanical systems and test systems in an office, lab,…