Systems Engineer II, Train Handling

Job overview

Systems Engineer II, Train Handling is an onsite role in Erie, PA. The stated annual salary range is $62,100–$85,300. The role supports Wabtec’s Train Handling solutions, including Trip Optimizer and Locotrol. The engineer contributes to the design, development, testing, and deployment of train automation and optimization products. The work supports customer and business needs through requirements analysis, verification, troubleshooting, field validation, and collaboration across engineering and product teams.

What you'll do

• Support design, development, testing, and enhancement of Train Handling solutions
• gather, document, and analyze customer and system requirements
• participate in requirements and design reviews and verification activities
• troubleshoot system issues under senior-engineer guidance
• contribute to field testing and validation
• prepare technical documentation and reports
• collaborate with cross-functional teams and railroad subject matter experts
• use AI-enabled tools to support analysis and productivity.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

systems engineering

train handling

rail automation

trip optimizer

locotrol

requirements development

system testing

field validation

ai tools

erie pa

wabtec

annual salary $62,100–$85,300

relocation assistance may be available

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
• annual bonus may be available if eligible. Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or computer science and 1–2 years of relevant hands-on experience. Domestic and international travel willingness is requested; relocation assistance may be available if eligibility requirements are met.

About the employer

Wabtec is hiring for this role. Industry: Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing. Sector: 33.