Product Support Engineer

at  Wabtec

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at:
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Product Support Engineer (PSE)
Job Function: Programs & Services
Business Unit: Wabtec Digital Mine
Reports to: Service Support Manager, Digital Mine
Location: TBC
About the job
Join our Program & Services team at Wabtec Digital Mine, a rapidly growing services function in a Mining Technology business dedicated to delivering world class services to our clients.
PSE’s are a critical interface to customers of the Digital Mine business – they are essential to customers achieving the safety and productivity outcomes needed.
You will work closely with the Product Management and Engineering teams, advocating for the customer in prioritization discussions. You will be an early adopter of new technology, with your feedback helping to shape ongoing development improvements.

Position Responsibilities

• Configure the system as appropriate to operate according to agreed customer requirements
• Perform testing / verification of system operation and performance for configured systems
• Work with services team to ensure successful deployment of new systems
• Work with customers to deliver ongoing configuration changes to the system, ensuring adherence with customer change management requirements
• Support firmware, software and configuration updates to ensure the system operates as required
• Perform services as defined by Service Level Agreements or as part of project execution, remotely, in the office or on site as required
• Own and provide technical support for our customers and partners to ensure customer satisfaction and successful outcomes
• Engage with Product Managers to advocate for the customer in terms of quality, functionality and prioritization

About you
Are you passionate about driving growth and making a positive impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We are seeking talented individuals who are motivated, innovative, and ready to contribute to our success. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to be part of our journey towards excellence.
We are looking for a dedicated and personable Product Support Engineer to provide technical services and product support to customers using products in the Digital Mine portfolio. This includes CAS (Collision Awareness System) and DGS (Drill Guidance System) as well as other products that are added or developed in the future.

Required Skills

• Experience with Linux administration, Microsoft Server, IIS and SQL Server
• Coding exposure to C, C++, Python, Java, HTML or similar
• Sound knowledge of current network and communications technology
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, problem solve and manage resolution to technical system issues
• Able to manage and prioritise simultaneous demands in accordance with agreed key performance objectives
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail
• Customer service focused, with a strong work ethic and ability to work unsupervised
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills and ability to develop effective customer relationships
• Commitment to working safely and ensuring compliance with relevant policies, procedures and legislation

Desirable:

• Tertiary degree in IT, software or computer engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in an engineering, IT, communications / networking technology, or other technical position
• Project management / coordination experience
• Industry experience in a mining environment or with mobile fleet equipment
• Experience with the use of helpdesk / ticketing applications

Other Requirements:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate varying time zones
• Occasional travel (including international regions)
• A current driver’s license is required
• On call availability (if required)

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

• Configure the system as appropriate to operate according to agreed customer requirements
• Perform testing / verification of system operation and performance for configured systems
• Work with services team to ensure successful deployment of new systems
• Work with customers to deliver ongoing configuration changes to the system, ensuring adherence with customer change management requirements
• Support firmware, software and configuration updates to ensure the system operates as required
• Perform services as defined by Service Level Agreements or as part of project execution, remotely, in the office or on site as required
• Own and provide technical support for our customers and partners to ensure customer satisfaction and successful outcomes
• Engage with Product Managers to advocate for the customer in terms of quality, functionality and prioritizatio