Sr Director of Engineering

1 month ago

Jacksonville, United States Wabtec Corporation Full time

Job Description

How will you make a difference?


As our new Sr Director – Engineering, you will be responsible for the global engineering teams supporting our KinetiX product lines in the Logistics, Analytics and Digital Mine Business Unit. KinetiX is a product family that includes wayside inspection systems including vision-based technologies. As the leader for KinetiX engineering, you will lead a diverse and global team of engineers building products supporting our Industrial Internet of Thing platform and applications, wayside mounted predictive maintenance products, and other advanced inspection technologies for our global customer base. This role reports to the Group Vice President, Logistics, Analytics and Digital Mine.


What do we want to know about you?


Desired Characteristics:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or in "STEM" Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) or Business.
  • Strong business analysis, problem solving, and strategy development skills.
  • A minimum of 10 years of software engineering experience and/or analytics domain
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in an engineering leadership/management role
  • Willingness to travel to up to 25% of your time both inside/outside to support customer discovery and product sessions.
  • Experience delivering large-scale secure, stable, scalable, and observable cloud-based microservice-based solutions
  • Ability to influence from both a strategic and technical standpoint across the function and business
  • Strong problem-solving skills. Identify problems and solve them.
  • Strong Knowledge of professional software engineering best practices including coding standards, code reviews, SCM, CI, build processes, testing, and operations
  • Experience with AWS or Azure cloud infrastructure and IIoT services

Business Acumen:

  • Strong business analysis, problem solving, operations, project management and/or prior product management experience.
  • Evangelizes new technology and identifies new opportunities based on product trends.
  • Experience with direct customer engagement and commercial evangelizing.

Leadership:

  • Strong oral and written communication skills and presentation skills
  • Proactively engages with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and design solutions using critical thinking and analytical skills and best practice.


What will your typical day look like?

  • Lead the team with a thorough understanding of product development practices and successful problem definition, decomposition, estimation, and resolution
  • Responsible for building a world-class software development team to support the system integration of the platform
  • Work collaboratively with partners on technology delivery and have a relentless desire to drive value for our Rail customers through technology and analytics-based solutions.
  • Manage strategic business partnerships and relationships through Technical, Financial, Contractual, and Relationship Management, including customer interfacing.
  • Deliver application and services to validate and ensure the platform meets all operational standards
  • Influence decision making through an active partnership with cross-functional teams, especially Product Management and Commercial
  • Coach, mentor, and lead a diverse group of software engineers
  • Work with product management to understand market needs & vision; quickly translate that vision into demonstrable software
  • Work with product owners and architects to develop software development plans
  • Collaborate directly with customers to understand business and technical needs
  • Drive increased efficiency across the teams, eliminating duplication, leveraging product and technology reuse. Focus the engineering teams on areas of highest value to the customer and ensure that everything we do is in direct support of customer value and business growth.
  • Support process improvements which guide the development, sustaining & support activities
  • Maintain compliance with RAILS, Cyber Security Standards, and Quality expectations across our product lines and ensure the team is educated on those expectations and operates efficiently to achieve them.
  • Keep project data relating to tracking and financials current, especially driving rigor and detail in engineering demand planning using Clarity and PowerBI. Make data driven decisions on costs and resources to support given initiatives.
  • Deliver resource strategy and plans, including use of 3rd parties/partners, etc., in support of development and support activities
  • Evaluate the current team footprint and then develop/execute on a location strategy ensuring we can hire and maintain top talent engineers at the appropriate costs and in the appropriate locations to support our business and customer objectives.
  • Communicate effectively both within the immediate team and Wabtec leadership. Ensure team receives consistent messages and has a clear understanding of business direction, strategy, and results
  • Build a world-class software development team to consistently deliver complex software platforms and research projects of varying size and duration.


You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.


This role is also eligible for a performance bonus. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

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).

  • Sr Director of Engineering

    1 month ago

    Jacksonville, United States Wabtec Corporation Full time

    Job DescriptionHow will you make a difference? As our new Sr Director – Engineering, you will be responsible for the global engineering teams supporting our KinetiX product lines in the Logistics, Analytics and Digital Mine Business Unit. KinetiX is a product family that includes wayside inspection systems including vision-based technologies. As the leader...

  • Sr. Buyer

    2 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States ResourceMFG Full time

    summary We have a direct hire opportunity for a Sr. Buyer in Bothell at a companythat specializes in pipe products for water and wastewater infrastructure. The company's pipe products are primarily sold to large distributors who serve municipal customers in cities and towns across America. In this role, help shape the procurement strategy of the company,...

  • Sr. Injection Molding Engineer

    1 month ago

    Jacksonville, United States Actalent Full time

    Job Title: Sr. Injection Molding EngineerJob Description We are seeking a skilled Sr. Injection Molding Engineer who will be responsible for installing and validating equipment used in injection molding. The successful candidate will also be expected to follow detailed test plans, document all findings, and navigate through the IQ/OQ/PQ process to ensure...

  • Sr. Project Manager-Construction

    3 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States GM Hill Engineering Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition SummaryA GMHILL Sr. Project Manager participates in the selection, pursuit, schedule, and budget development for construction projects across a wide variety of vertical markets and performance contracting entities. Project types include design/build, design/bid/build, general construction, CM, CMaR and self-performing...

  • Engineer Sr

    2 months ago

    Jacksonville, Florida, United States Elevance Health Full time

    Engineer Sr Location: This position will work a hybrid model (remote and office). Ideal candidates will live within 50 miles of the following PulsePoint location. 7406 Fullerton Street, Suite 340, Jacksonville, FL 32256 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm The Engineer Sr will gather business requirements, analyze business processes, and...

  • Engineering Director

    3 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States GAI Consultants Full time

    GAI Consultants is actively seeking a a Director of Engineering for our Jacksonville, Florida office. This is a critical position, leading GAI’s Civil practice in northeast Florida. As one of the region’s largest engineering firms, GAI has a significant presence in the Jacksonville market with staff of over 60 professionals supporting numerous key...

  • Sr. Lead Civil Engineer

    3 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States WSP Full time

    This Opportunity WSP’s Jacksonville team is growing, and we have an exciting career opportunity for an Sr. Lead, Civil/Environmental Engineer with an interest in site work, public infrastructure and restoration projects and opportunities for career growth. Join us to become part of our friendly, flexible and positive work environment offering a variety of...

  • Sr Engineer I, Automation

    2 weeks ago

    Jacksonville, Arkansas, United States Biogen Full time

    Job DescriptionAbout This RoleThe Sr. Engineer I, Automation provides 24/7 process controls/automation technical site support to the Biogen 900 Davis drive, NC manufacturing site. In addition, this role manages multiple small OPEX/CAPEX projects and continuous improvement initiatives that support the site from initial conception to final closure. The Sr...

  • Sr. Lead Civil Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Jacksonville, United States WSP Full time

    Our Business We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary...

  • Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer

    2 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States SS&C Technologies Holdings Full time

    Job Description Senior Quality Assurance EngineerLocation(s): Jacksonville, FL - HybridGet To Know The TeamIn this role as Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer, you will be working on a fast-paced Agile team focused on building functionality to support our Managed Services team and expand our service offerings for hosted clients. This involves close collaboration...

  • Sr. Frontend Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Jacksonville, United States MarketOnce Full time

    About MarketOnceMarketOnce delivers Software and Services for performing Market Research & Marketing Automation.We have millions of members on our various Panel sites who are rewarded to undertake surveys. MarketOnce provides the platform for marketers, retailers, and innovators to easily create and centrally manage their customer engagement platforms, while...

  • Sr. Frontend Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Jacksonville, United States MarketOnce Full time

    About MarketOnceMarketOnce delivers Software and Services for performing Market Research & Marketing Automation.We have millions of members on our various Panel sites who are rewarded to undertake surveys. MarketOnce provides the platform for marketers, retailers, and innovators to easily create and centrally manage their customer engagement platforms, while...

  • Sr Project Engineer-Electrical

    2 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States McKim & Creed, Inc. Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMcKim & Creed has a reputation for state-of-the-art engineering services that help energy users and providers convert facilities to cleaner, more efficient energy sources; harness the power of renewables; and optimize existing infrastructure and resources. Our highly respected team of engineers, planners and project managers are...

  • Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Ammo

    3 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States SigSauer Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSr. Manufacturing Engineer, Ammo - Pistol Brass/Rifle Brass1st Shift M - FSIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American...

  • Director of Cloud Engineering

    2 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States Parallel Consulting Full time

    Position OverviewDirector of Cloud Engineering (Azure cloud native apps / microservices)Full-timeMostly remote working with approx. 3-4 days travel a month to key offices for Exec meetings (Pittsburgh & Dallas)Financial ServicesUp to $225k base plus bonus & benefitsThis position will report directly to the CTO and will be focused on the development of their...

  • Director of Cloud Engineering

    2 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States Parallel Consulting Full time

    Position OverviewDirector of Cloud Engineering (Azure cloud native apps / microservices)Full-timeMostly remote working with approx. 3-4 days travel a month to key offices for Exec meetings (Pittsburgh & Dallas)Financial ServicesUp to $225k base plus bonus & benefitsThis position will report directly to the CTO and will be focused on the development of their...

  • Sr. Consultant, Environmental Engineer

    2 months ago

    Jacksonville, United States WSP Full time

    Job Description Our Business We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood's Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000...

  • Sr. Network Presales Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Jacksonville, United States Howard Technology Solutions Full time

    *This position requires you to travel to customer sites around the Florida territory. Must be currently located or willing to relocate to the FL territory. ABOUT HOWARD TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONSHoward Technology Solutions is a premier retailer of brand name computers, consumer electronics, computer-related accessories, technology supplies and complete technology...

  • Sr. Network Presales Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Jacksonville, United States Howard Technology Solutions Full time

    *This position requires you to travel to customer sites around the Florida territory. Must be currently located or willing to relocate to the FL territory. ABOUT HOWARD TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONSHoward Technology Solutions is a premier retailer of brand name computers, consumer electronics, computer-related accessories, technology supplies and complete technology...

  • Sr SASE/Zscaler Security Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Jacksonville, United States Simple Solutions Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSr SASE/Zscaler Security Engineer to support our client in implementing Zscaler and other SASE technology.Location: RemoteDuration: 6+ MonthsYou are a Zscaler implementation engineer helping deploy automation, help with automation and build out the extraction layers, building out the foot print, experience with: Zscaler, zero...