Locomotive Overhaul Program Engineer

Who will you be working with? You will be part of the Services Operations team, working closely with customers, field service teams, workshop personnel, supply chain, engineering, and commercial stakeholders. In this role, you will act as a key interface between the customer and internal teams, ensuring locomotive overhaul projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. How will you make a difference? You will be responsible for leading and coordinating locomotive overhaul (Loco OH) programs from planning through execution. You will ensure project objectives related to scope, schedule, cost, quality, and customer satisfaction are successfully achieved. The role requires strong collaboration across multiple functions to drive operational excellence, identify process improvements, and support long-term customer success. You will play a critical role in maintaining effective project governance, monitoring performance, and delivering high-quality service solutions to our customers. What do we want to know about you? Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Minimum 3 years of experience in service operations, maintenance, project management, or related technical roles. Fluent in English and Kazakh (written and verbal). Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. Must have legal authorization to work in Kazakhstan. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in maintenance, overhaul, and troubleshooting of equipment. Project management experience in industrial, transportation, or heavy equipment environments. Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional coordination skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment. What will your typical day look like? Lead and coordinate locomotive overhaul (Loco OH) projects, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, and performance metrics. Monitor project execution and proactively identify and mitigate risks. Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding project status, deliverables, and issue resolution. Coordinate activities among operations, engineering, supply chain, field service, and workshop teams. Track project costs and support financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities. Ensure compliance with company processes, customer requirements, and safety standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to project execution, maintenance practices, and operational performance. Prepare and present regular project updates to management and customers. Support annual planning activities and contribute to the development of long-term service programs. Facilitate resolution of technical and operational issues to ensure successful project delivery. Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and records throughout the project lifecycle. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. #LI-PROMOTEDJOBS 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 . 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. 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