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Lead Software Engineer

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Fort Worth, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026
Company Description

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

This position provides a unique opportunity to interact with all locomotive subsystems with controls content while developing the Next Gen Locomotive Control Architecture that modernizes the electronics, software, applications, and network communication, with the objective of improving software quality, improving engineering productivity, meeting cyber security expectations, all while addressing the latest customer needs.

How will you make a difference?

This HMI Software Engineer will focus on delivering and sustaining an integrated series of core software services that are foundational to the HMI architecture. The Engineer will contribute to the design, development, implementation, testing, and review of those core software services. This responsibility is cross functional in nature and requires close collaboration amongst various software teams.

What do we want to know about you?

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related engineering discipline
  • Experience designing, developing, testing, and integrating embedded software on Linux-based and ARM platforms
  • Proficiency with C/C , Bash, Docker, and embedded RTOS environments
  • Experience with hardware/software integration, CI/CD pipelines, and professional software development best practices across the full SDLC
  • Familiarity with DDS, GoogleTest, Model-Based Systems Engineering (SysML), and cybersecurity standards
  • Knowledge of HMI and graphics-based systems (e.g., OpenGL)
  • Strong ability to prioritize tasks, manage tradeoffs, and meet program objectives
  • Willingness to support hands-on validation in simulation labs and on-locomotive environments, including required travel

What will your typical day look like?

  • Design, develop, maintain, and test HMI software, including infrastructure and application services interfacing with the control system
  • Ensure HMI software meets configurability, performance, cybersecurity, and quality requirements
  • Analyze control system requirements to understand design intent and align HMI capabilities
  • Derive and allocate HMI software requirements and interfaces from system-level requirements
  • Develop, execute, and review unit and integration test plans for hardware/software and software/software interactions
  • Troubleshoot and resolve HMI software defects across multiple test environments
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation in accordance with engineering standards and procedures
  • Support verification and validation through execution of validation test cases
  • Communicate significant issues, risks, and project developments in a timely manner

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

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).

Qualifications

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $64300-85300 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

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 ;br>

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. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.

Salary : $64,300 - $85,300

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