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Wabtec

Develops electric locomotives and digital solutions

QA and EHS Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's
Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
In Person
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the job

Requirements
  • A college degree or above is required, with a major in Electronics, Safety, or Environmental Engineering.
  • CET-6 foreign-language proficiency, with fluent listening and speaking, is required.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office is required.
  • At least 2–5 years of experience in PCBA, electric-device manufacturing, or an industrial environment is required.
  • Experience in customer complaint management is required.
  • Extensive experience in HSE and quality management is required.
  • Extensive experience managing HSE/quality system internal audits, third-party audits and recertification, and customer audits is required.
  • Strong logical thinking, teamwork, communication, and coordination abilities, a rigorous work approach, and a strong focus on safety and detail management are required.
Responsibilities
  • Develop, implement, and improve Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs and processes, including emergency preparedness and fire protection, safety risk assessment and safe working procedures for all activities at Wabtec and off-site locations, hazardous waste management, training, ergonomics, contractor safety, and crisis management.
  • Manage and direct the site in achieving EHS targets and objectives according to Wabtec guidance.
  • Drive EHS compliance through audits, process and equipment reviews, proactive risk elimination, and tracking corrective actions to closure.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable waste, water, and air regulations through preventative equipment maintenance, recordkeeping, and preparation of reports and plans.
  • Lead efforts to maintain ISO standards certifications.
  • Obtain and update operational permits for submission to regulatory authorities.
  • Develop routine regulatory reports required by environmental permits.
  • Coordinate and conduct EHS training for employees, contractors, and visitors as needed.
  • Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices, and develop hazard-control practices and programs.
  • Develop and implement inspection policies and procedures, and schedules for routine inspections.
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental incidents to ensure root-cause analysis, containment, and corrective actions are completed.
  • Report incidents and events according to the Wabtec Incident Management Process.
  • Provide support and technical guidance to the leadership team, employees, and EHS committees to ensure programs are developed and effectively implemented, providing safe and healthy working environments for employees on site and at customer sites.
  • Ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines.
  • Walk the manufacturing floor regularly to establish an EHS presence and provide support.
  • Represent site EHS to third parties, including neighboring companies, local councils, and regulatory agencies, including HSE and the Environmental Agency.
  • Work cooperatively with the Global EHS Team on projects and initiatives.
  • Maintain quality system operations, including ISO 9001 (IRIS), DIN 6701, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001; manage third-party surveillance audits and recertification, and customer audits.
  • Cooperate with the Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) on supplier audits.
  • Manage EHS activities under Wabtec-proposed topics and site EHS requirements.
  • Resolve product-related issues at any stage.

About the company

Wabtec provides transportation solutions by designing and producing electric locomotives and related services for freight railroads, transit authorities, and industrial operators. Its flagship product, the FLXdrive, is a 100% battery-electric locomotive with a battery pack over 7 megawatt-hours that cuts fuel use and emissions, while the company also sells traditional locomotives, aftermarket services, and digital solutions to optimize operations. Wabtec differentiates itself through a fully electric propulsion option paired with value-added digital tools and manufacturing techniques like mixed-reality work processes, aiming to improve efficiency and sustainability across rail networks. The company’s goal is to make rail transport more efficient and eco-friendly by delivering reliable locomotives, ongoing maintenance, and advanced software and digital capabilities that help customers run greener, lower-cost operations.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Founded

1872

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 sales reached $3.18 billion, and adjusted EPS rose 21.6%.
  • Management raised 2026 revenue guidance to $12.30 billion-$12.60 billion on July 22, 2026.
  • Multi-year backlog hit $30.93 billion, with 12-month backlog up 11.3% year over year.

What critics are saying

  • Progress Rail sued Wabtec in 2023; settlement on February 26, 2026 left breach claims history.
  • Wabtec’s premium valuation demands flawless execution after 17.5% Q2 2026 revenue growth.
  • Heavy debt-funded acquisitions, including Dellner and Frauscher, raise integration and return-risk through 2027.

What makes Wabtec unique

  • Wabtec bundles locomotives, signaling, and inspection through 2025-2026 acquisitions.
  • FLXdrive battery-electric locomotives and Forsee Power deepen Wabtec’s electrification edge.
  • Railroad incumbency plus $30.93 billion backlog locks in long-cycle customer relationships.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus
  • Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

30%

1 year growth

30%

2 year growth

30%
Yahoo Finance
Jul 23rd, 2026
Wabtec stock trades at premium valuation despite $30B order backlog and rail business headwinds

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies (Wabtec) has surged 39% over the past year, trading at the top of its 52-week range following 17.5% sales growth and an increased forecast. The rail technology manufacturer now holds a multi-year order backlog exceeding $30 billion. However, investors face a steep premium. The stock trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.1, well above the S&P 500's 24.3. Price-to-sales and price-to-operating-cash-flow multiples also exceed market averages at 3.7 and 22.3 respectively. Revenue has grown 10.2% annually over three years, outpacing the S&P 500's 5.9%. The 12-month backlog rose 11% whilst the multi-year backlog jumped 42%. Debt stands at a manageable 14.7% of market value. Operating cash flow reached approximately $2 billion over the past twelve months.

Yahoo Finance
Jul 22nd, 2026
Wabtec beats Q2 estimates with $2.76 EPS as revenues hit $3.18B

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies reported second-quarter earnings of $2.76 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.63 per share. This represents a 4.94% earnings surprise and compares to $2.27 per share a year ago. The locomotive, subway, and bus parts maker posted revenues of $3.18 billion for the quarter ended June 2026, exceeding estimates by 3.20%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $2.71 billion. The company has topped consensus estimates for both earnings and revenue in each of the last four quarters. Wabtec shares have risen 23.5% year-to-date, outpacing the S&P 500's 9.7% gain. The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating.

Yahoo Finance
Jul 15th, 2026
Wabtec to report Q2 2026 earnings on 22 July, sales expected to reach $3.08B

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies, operating as Wabtec Corporation, is set to report second-quarter 2026 results on 22 July before market open. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings stands at $2.63 per share, representing a 15.9% increase from the year-ago period. Revenue is expected to reach $3.08 billion, up 13.8% year over year. Wabtec has beaten earnings estimates in each of the past four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 3.97%. However, the company's second-quarter performance may face headwinds from higher operating expenses, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and supply-chain disruptions. Offsetting these challenges, stronger demand for services and components across aftermarket and OEM channels is expected to support top-line growth. Freight revenues are forecast at $2.19 billion, whilst Transit revenues are projected at $839.37 million.

Yahoo Finance
Jun 15th, 2026
Forsee Power and Wabtec team up to electrify locomotives with advanced battery tech

Forsee Power, a smart battery systems specialist, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Wabtec to integrate advanced battery systems into battery-electric locomotive platforms. Wabtec, which unveiled the world's first battery-electric freight locomotive in 2021, will collaborate with Forsee Power to enhance performance and reliability whilst optimising costs. Forsee Power's PULSE PLUS RAIL battery system, built on Toshiba's latest-generation LTO cells, offers up to 20 years lifespan, high-power output and voltage range up to 1,500 VDC. The system features advanced liquid thermal management for extreme temperatures and meets the highest safety standards. The partnership leverages Forsee Power's industrial presence in Ohio for Buy America compliance. The electrical architecture suits both freight and passenger rail applications, with potential expansion into mining trucks.

Yahoo Finance
Jun 1st, 2026
Wabtec tops heavy transportation equipment Q1 earnings with $2.95B revenue, up 13% YoY

Wabtec reported Q1 revenues of $2.95 billion, up 13% year on year, meeting analysts' expectations. The railway equipment and systems provider delivered mixed results overall, beating EBITDA estimates but missing organic revenue projections. CEO Rafael Santana highlighted strong execution across the company's businesses, driving double-digit sales and adjusted earnings per share growth. The stock has risen 1.4% since reporting, currently trading at $261.22. Across the heavy transportation equipment sector, the 12 tracked stocks reported satisfactory Q1 results, with revenues and forward guidance broadly aligned with consensus estimates. However, share prices have declined 2.3% on average since earnings announcements. Douglas Dynamics delivered the sector's standout performance, with revenues of $137.8 million exceeding expectations by 3.4%.