Mechanical Engineer II
- Location
- Buffalo Grove, IL
- Listed
- 6 days ago
About the role
Who will you be working with?
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.
How will you make a difference?
As an engineer within Wabtec Bus Solutions, you will support the design and development focused on a mix of door systems, wheelchair lifts/ramps, windows, driver's barriers, charging products, and other bus-related product lines.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, and sometimes working under guidance of senior engineers, you will design and develop mechanical based components and assemblies, assist in product development, and help ensure compliance with engineering standards. This role is ideal for engineers looking to deepen their technical skills and operate within a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
What do we want to know about you?
We would like to know if you meet the following criteria
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Basic project management skills (scopes, plans, & costs)
- Experience supporting development of mechanical based systems in transportation
- Familiarity of mechanical design of systems and components including engineering & manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures
- Basic problem-solving skills
- Familiarity of NPD Stage Gate, DFMEA, Problem Solving Techniques, DFM/DFA, Engineering Analysis, & Hand Calculations
- Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar
- Organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently on defined tasks and collaborate effectively
What will your typical day look like?
- Assist in developing mechanical systems, including components and subassemblies
- Create and revise detailed drawings, layouts, and schematics
- Contribute to innovation & patents
- Support senior engineers in designs, DFMEAs, and validation testing
- Participate in prototype builds and test planning
- Analyze test results and recommend design improvements
- Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain for DFM/DFA alignment
- Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues
- Maintain clear documentation and communication across teams
- Support field service and sales teams in resolving technical issues
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team-based problem-solving
What about the physical demands of the job?
- Primarily office-based work
- Use a computer for extended periods
- Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds
- Stand, walk, and navigate facilities
- Occasional travel (10%) to customers and manufacturing sites
- Ability to assist in building, testing, and inspecting electro-mechanical systems in lab or field environments
Additional information
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable
Pay and benefits
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $85300 - 108600. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
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.
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.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
From Wabtec's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 4, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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