Who will you be working with?

You will work closely with the Wayside Signaling Engineering team, Construction, Project Management, Office Engineering, and Telecommunications functions to support the successful delivery of railway signaling projects. This position requires frequent interaction with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment throughout the design, testing, commissioning, and assisted operation phases.

How will you make a difference?

As a Signaling Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the design, testing, commissioning, and assisted operation of railway signaling systems. You will contribute to the development and implementation of advanced train control technologies while ensuring system reliability, safety, and operational performance. This role requires strong technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and direct engagement with customers and suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions that support Wabtec's commitment to innovation and operational excellence. The position is based in Contagem, Minas Gerais, with significant travel requirements to support field activities and project execution.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Experience in the rail or metro rail industry.
• Intermediate written and spoken English.
• Experience working with signaling technologies from multiple suppliers is preferred.
• Experience developing electrical engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of Ladder Logic and Relay Logic programming.
• Working knowledge of Python, Visual Basic, and VBA programming.
• Basic knowledge of C and C++ programming languages.
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuit simulation tools such as Multisim, PSIM, or LabVIEW.
• Basic knowledge of CAD software such as Solid Edge and AutoCAD.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Availability to travel approximately 50% of the time.
• Strong self-development and continuous learning mindset.
• Proactive, dynamic, and resilient profile.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to document activities, maintain records, and prepare technical reports.
• Results-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.

What will your typical day look like?

• Execute testing and commissioning activities for railway signaling systems.
• Interface directly with customers and provide technical support during project execution.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain project schedules.
• Perform technical field visits and site assessments.
• Support the development and integration of new train control systems and technologies.
• Gather, analyze, and validate signaling engineering requirements.
• Develop hardware designs for railway signaling applications.
• Develop software solutions for railway signaling applications.
• Create operational test procedures and testing documentation.
• Perform interlocking testing in quality assurance environments.
• Execute field testing of railway interlocking systems.
• Commission and configure signaling systems for operational deployment.
• Support assisted operation activities following system handover.
• Diagnose operational failures through event logs and data analysis.
• Prepare project status reports and technical failure analysis reports for customers and stakeholders.
• Develop processes, tools, and applications that improve engineering efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support hybrid work activities while maintaining Contagem, MG as the primary work location.

Benefits

At Wabtec, people come first. That’s why we ensure our employees feel valued and have the tools they need to thrive. By joining us, you will have access to a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and development. Here’s what we offer to make you feel part of a company that supports your professional and personal journey:

• Medical Assistance extended to dependents (spouse and children)
• Dental Assistance extended to dependents (spouse and children)
• Profit Sharing
• Private Pension Plan
• Meal Policy according to location
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social support
• Headspace – mental health app
• Christmas Card or Basket for employees (based on location)
• Christmas Gift for children up to 11 years old
• Extended Maternity Leave
• Program for Pregnant Women and Babies
• Language Incentive Policy
• Mentorship Programs and access to training platform
• Wellhub
• Pharmacy Assistance

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.

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