Senior HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer

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Website: wabteccorp.com

Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation, commonly known as Wabtec, is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company (WABCO) and MotivePower in 1999. It is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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Wabtec is hiring a Senior HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer in Shanghai, SD, CN for a full-time role. As an experienced mechanical engineer, you'll lead the design and development of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for rail and transit vehicles. Position Summary In this senior-level position, you'll drive the engineering and design of HVAC systems that power Wabtec's rail transit solutions. You'll take ownership of complex mechanical projects from initial concept through production, leveraging your expertise in thermal design and systems engineering to deliver reliable, efficient climate control solutions that meet stringent performance and regulatory standards. Core Duties Lead mechanical design and development of HVAC systems for rail vehicles and transit equipment Perform thermal analysis, computational modeling, and performance optimization calculations Generate detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation Partner with electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams to integrate HVAC subsystems Conduct design verification, validation testing, and regulatory compliance reviews Identify and resolve design challenges during development and field testing cycles Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous process improvement Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, or related discipline Minimum 7 years of professional experience designing HVAC or climate control systems Expert-level proficiency with CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo Strong foundation in thermodynamics, heat transfer principles, and fluid mechanics Demonstrated experience with system testing, commissioning, and performance validation Superior analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication abilities About the Company Wabtec is a global transportation technology leader specializing in rail propulsion, freight systems, and urban transit solutions. The company invests in advanced engineering and manufacturing to enable safer, more efficient, and sustainable mobility worldwide. Next Steps To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.

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