Associate Architect, Wabtec Enterprise Architecture - Military Veterans
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: 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.
Who will you be working with?
The Wabtec Enterprise Architecture and Strategy team's mission is to establish strong alignment with Wabtec strategy and optimize our architecture and technology portfolio to deliver more value to Wabtec business. Our vision is to partner with business and IT stakeholders to establish an adaptive Enterprise Architecture and Strategy function that prioritizes for business value, simplify our technology portfolio, and enables faster decision making while balancing both short- and long-term objectives.
How will you make a difference?
The Wabtec Associate Architect is responsible for supporting the Enterprise Architecture function at Wabtec. This highly visible and influential role would collaborate with leaders across IT while developing key strategies, standards, solution demand engagement artifacts and templates to create and operationalize critical EA processes at Wabtec.
This position is part of the Office of the CIO (Chief Information Officer) and reports directly to the Director of Wabtec IT Strategy and Enterprise Architecture.
What do we want to know about you?
You must have:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise with 7-10+ years of experience in IT field with related to areas of enterprise architecture, complex solution architectures (i.e. experience with application architecture, technology platforms, Cloud (AWS, Azure, OCI etc.), ERP, Cyber Security, Data Management, Advanced Analytics), large enterprise-wide transformation initiatives
- Awareness and/or knowledge of business processes (engineering, manufacturing, operations, services)
- Experience leading IT projects and knowledge of IT Program Management processes
- Experience and knowledge of key IT processes
- Able and willing to travel occasionally (domestically and international as needed to support business needs)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Business thinking and highly strategic to define practical solutions that align with corporate strategy
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate and influence both internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate collaborative solutions to complex problems, understanding potential impacts to processes and related IT systems supporting the company
- Effectively manage ambiguity in all aspects of work, including business direction and strategy
- Proven record of setting targets, executing a plan, and delivering results
- Ability to plan and provide structure and organization in a fast paced, changing environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to balance and effectively prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong business analysis and problem-solving skills
- Ability to decompose problems and make decisions when problems or solutions are not 100% defined
- Uses critical thinking skills and disciplined approaches to help leaders and leadership teams resolve issues and define solutions. Ability to Influence and collaborate with cross functional set of stakeholders
- Strategic and creative thinking to analyze issues that may arise and create solutions
- Ability to respond positively to feedback and implement change in process and procedures as needed
What will your typical day look like?
- Develop key artifacts and templates to create and operationalize critical EA processes at Wabtec (e.g., to facilitate programs to support EA Governance and select deep dive architecture reviews). Work with key leaders and architects across the organization on all Enterprise Architecture domains Business, Application, Information (Data), Technology and Security (BAITS)
- Participate in development of Enterprise Architecture Strategy, Standards and collaborating with project teams on Solutions
- Create and maintain key EA templates and guide teams on how to use them through new demands, initiation, and projects to support effective reviews and informed decision making.
- Work closely with application/information/solution/technical architects to help develop architecture artifacts needed for End-to-End Architecture and Solution Architecture approach deliverables
- Support team to develop, manage, enhance business process/capability models along maturity framework to drive mutual understanding and inputs into EA assessment and planning across EA domains as well as to enable long-term roadmaps
- Work closely with domain architects and leaders to develop strategies and roadmaps
- Analyze business challenges and innovatively surpass obstacles, collaborating beyond departmental lines to achieve outcomes.
- Investigate and endorse optimal strategies that fortify critical Enterprise Architecture domains.
- Seek comprehensive solutions cooperatively in fluctuating or unprecedented scenarios.
- Craft preliminary documents and perspectives with direction in intricate circumstances.
- Potentially spearhead functional groups or Enterprise Architecture initiatives.
- Promote and instill best practices to maintain consistent, standards-aligned architectures enterprise-wide.
What about the physical demands of the job?
- Regularly remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
- Regularly communicating with others to exchange information
- Regularly required to attend meetings in person and virtually using video and audio computer equipment
- Regularly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, such as typing
- Occasionally moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
- Occasionally light work that includes moving objects up to twenty pounds
Work Environment:
- The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment. During visits to areas of operations, you may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. It is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
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.
Pittsburgh, PA
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 revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations.
Who We Are Looking For
As one of the largest suppliers in the rail industry, Wabtec keeps the global economy moving, helping our customers here and around the world transport people, goods, and services. And military personnel are a big part of our success story.
Did you know one in five employees in the North American rail industry come from the military? At Wabtec, we have a long history of working closely with veterans and transitioning them into successful employees and leaders. At Wabtec, you will experience a familiar unity in how we work as a team, the values we share, and the way we serve our customers.
Wabtec is actively seeking transitioning military service members, military veterans, and military spouses across the globe. We value the skills you have developed and the service you have provided our country. We also understand the value you will bring to our organization. Join us.
Should I Apply?
Wabtec is a mission-focused team, a family coming together to revolutionize the way the world moves. We understand our customers and are committed to delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions. Our collaboration, passion, operational rigor, and long track record of delivering innovative solutions to the transportation industry sets our company apart.
Does this sound like your next mission? At Wabtec, you will find a competitive salary package, great benefits, and a robust training program with development opportunities worldwide. Over the years we have supported all of our active-duty military employees while still serving in the reserves. Our values emphasize people first, embracing diversity, and a focus on safety and innovation.
Come grow your career with a winning company with a great culture, a place where you can feel supported by other military employees and thrive.