Embedded Software Engineer Lead

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has 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, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. The freight portfolio features a comprehensive line of locomotives, software applications and a broad selection of mission-critical controls systems, including Positive Train Control (PTC). The transit portfolio provides highly-engineered systems and services to virtually every major rail transit system around the world, supplying an integrated series of components for buses and all train related market segments that deliver safety, efficiency and passenger comfort. Along with its industry leading portfolio of products and solutions for the rail and transit industries, Wabtec is a leader in mining, marine and industrial solutions. Wabtec has approximately 30,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

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Role Summary/Purpose:

Embedded Lead Software Engineer is responsible for design, coding and testing of locomotive system embedded applications. This role will perform design reviews and release software following Wabtec software process and guidelines.

Essential Responsibilities:

As an Embedded Lead Software Engineer, you will be responsible for writing software, resolving software related issues coming from testing, production and field, performing reviews and releasing software. You will follow configuration management processes, use tools and best practices and ensure software quality for customers.  

• Design, implement, test and release software, ensuring quality specifications are met
• Document software design and write test plans
• Resolve software issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide solutions
• Perform design and code reviews in accordance with applicable standards and guidelines
• Work cross-functionally with systems engineering, product management, simulation, verification, validation, and electronic hardware teams
• Mentor more junior team members and work with program technical leads to execute project plan and ensure quality deliverables.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Master’s in Electrical/ Computer Engineering with 3 or more years OR Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering with 5 or more years of relevant experience in software development.

• Hands on experience in C and C++ programming or similar language
• Hands on experience in Python, Shell scripting
• Design and development experience with at least one embedded and real-time software systems (Linux, QNX, RTOS, MQX, Greenhills)
• Experience with one of the following processors -  Xilinx, ARM, PPC, Intel, K60
• Experience with low level HW interfaces including FPGA’s & device drivers
• Exposure to Serial, Arcnet and Ethernet based communications standards
• Exposure with software requirements, software change management, defect tracking, software build and release processes.
• Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to articulate clearly and concisely
• Self-driven, quick learner, good team player and results-oriented with a clear focus on high quality
• Advanced English Communication. 

Desired Characteristics:

• Some knowledge of Matlab/Simulink
• Ability to break down problems and estimate time for development tasks.
• Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall development methodologies
• Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness to solve problems and deliver results

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that

commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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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.

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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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