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: http://www.WabtecCorp.com. It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry. Role Summary/Purpose The Learning and Development Specialist will be part of the Wabtec Freight Global Services Product Training Team which delivers technical training to Wabtec employees and Wabtec customers. This position reports to the Senior Manager, Learning and Development, for WFGS. Essential Responsibilities You will: Develop, maintain, and deliver instructor led curriculum conforming to Training Organization standards (classroom, virtual, and hands-on) to designated customers. Serve as a leader of students and safety role model / evaluator for all training events. Provide instruction to include familiarization, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of applicable Wabtec Products and Services to include locomotives, Marine & Stationary, Positive Train Control, and other products. Promote/support/advance the WFGS Technical Certification programs through direct participation and leadership in all aspects. This includes not only completing the requirements, but coaching participants, serving as board members, and providing thoughtful remediation when necessary. Demonstrate a willingness to understand cultural differences and adapt to unique circumstances Support in the following areas as assigned: class advisor, course supervisor, subject matter expert, training asset coordinator, or other TBD. Perform Classroom preparation duties and be familiar with classroom layout Demonstrate and implement adult learning principles and strategies Demonstrate and implement the instructional systems design process Perform basic course/curriculum evaluation Demonstrate classroom management skills Perform assessment of student learning skills and skills in the delivery of adequate feedback Demonstrate facilitation skills Understand and comply with all known Wabtec policies and procedures Demonstrate correct methods and practices for conducting “hands-on” exercises Demonstrate familiarity with equipment/technology/ functional components, mock-ups, and cutaways Develop and / or support the development of online training, instructional videos, and other training aids to compliment and support training needs Conduct student feedback process Perform administrative and record-keeping duties Other related duties as assigned by the Senior Instructor Qualifications/Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline (or High School Diploma / GED and a minimum of 4 additional years of experience in design, repair or troubleshooting of mechanical and/or electrical systems) Wabtec Freight Global Services Locomotive Technical Level 1 Certified Minimum of 3 years of field / hands-on experience Minimum of 1 years of experience in technical training or instruction ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Ability and willingness to complete Wabtec Locomotive Technical Level 2 Certification within 18 months of joining the training team. Satisfactory performance of an in-person teaching demonstration to the Global Product Training Leader, Senior Instructor, and instructor staff. Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 75% of the time, and possible extraordinary hours, as required. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job. Desired Characteristics Experience with all models of Wabtec Locomotives and engine platforms Firsthand knowledge of Wabtec Freight Global Services Maintenance practices and processes Curriculum development and instructional delivery experience in a technical training adult learning setting. This includes traditional classroom, distance learning / remote, and hands-on training in a lab or live environment. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to include written / oral communication and presentation skills Demonstrates willingness to understand individual and cultural differences to adapt to unique experiences and learning needs Strong Project Leadership and organization skills Proficient with MS Word / Excel / PowerPoint and internet usage 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. 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