Your Mission
As Senior PMO Manager /Engineering you act as the central coordination function between Engineering, Project Management and Finance . You drive project governance, tool management, process optimization, and data transparency across an international engineering organization of approximately 200 employees.
Your Responsibilities
- Act as the central PMO function within Engineering, coordinating projects, priorities, resources, timelines, and workload planning across an international environment.
- Ensure transparency and governance across engineering projects, monitoring performance against quality, budget, and schedule objectives.
- Drive data quality, reporting, and system integration activities while further developing analytics and dashboards using Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, and related tools.
- Coordinate the implementation and optimization of engineering tools and processes, including Teamcenter, Polarion, Microsoft Project, and other digital solutions.
- Serve as the key interface between Engineering, Systems, Project Management, Finance, and Management, facilitating stakeholder alignment and effective communication at all levels.
- Coordinate collaboration globally with all Engineering sites, lead a dedicated local PMO in China
- Support budget planning, cost controlling, and continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering organization.
Your Profile
- Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technologies, Project Management, or a related field.
- Several years of experience in PMO and proven track on senior project management on engineering level
- Experience with project governance, resource planning, budgeting, and stakeholder management.
- Knowledge of Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, MS Project, Teamcenter, Polarion, or comparable tools.
- Strong planning, hands on coordination, pro-active communication style, and problem-solving skills.
- Fluent in English and German, French or Italian is nice to have
- Willingness to travel internationally
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.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.
Skills Required
- Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technologies, Project Management, or a related field
- Several years of PMO experience and a proven track record in senior project management at the engineering level
- Experience with project governance, resource planning, budgeting, and stakeholder management
- Knowledge of Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Project, Teamcenter, Polarion, or comparable tools
- Fluent in English and German
- Willingness to travel internationally
- French or Italian language skills
Wabtec Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Employer 401(k) funding can reach an effective 6% of pay through a match plus an additional company contribution, with company funds vesting after three years. This consistent retirement formula adds meaningful long-term value.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes multiple medical plan options with dental and vision, telemedicine, and robust mental health resources such as Spring Health and Headspace. HSA/HRA support and recognized national carriers further bolster the offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental/adoption leave is part of the core package, alongside family-building benefits via Progyny and adoption assistance. Additional supports like doula reimbursement expand coverage for growing families.
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Transportation solutions that move and improve the world At Wabtec, we help our customers overcome their toughest challenges by delivering rail and industrial solutions that improve safety, efficiency and productivity. Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Whether it's freight rail, transit, mining, industrial or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation.
