Field Service Technician (Railway Industry)

Siemens Mobility Limited; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join its dynamic team. This role involves testing, validating, and commissioning locomotives, ensuring they meet operational and safety standards. You'll work hands-on with mechanical and electrical systems, collaborating with engineering and quality teams. The position offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for career advancement while contributing to innovative projects that make a positive impact on communities. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Profit sharing

Rewarding vacation entitlement

Employee perks and discounts

Mentorship programs

Social responsibility initiatives

Diversity and inclusivity focus

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in field service or operations.
• Strong knowledge in electrical systems and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Testing and validating locomotives for operational safety.
• Troubleshooting issues and performing mechanical repairs.
• Maintaining detailed records of tests and inspections.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Electrical Knowledge

Mechanical Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Post-secondary education or Technical Diploma

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

Siemens Mobility is the global market leader for mobility solutions that enable the efficient, safe and ecofriendly transport of people and goods – and help improve the quality of everyday life for millions of people around the globe. Our range of offerings includes rail vehicles, rail automation, road traffic management systems and rail electrification. Our data-driven services offer customers unrivaled value-added in the rail sector. Our intelligent mobility solutions increase the availability of infrastructure, optimize throughput and create a new quality of passenger experience. We call this Ingenuity for Life.

Why you’ll love working for Siemens!

• Freedom and a healthy work-life balance – Embrace our flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.
• Solve the world’s most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, cutting edge technological environment.
• Opportunities to advance your career and mentorship programs on a local and global scale.
• Profit sharing available.
• Rewarding vacation entitlement with the opportunity to buy and sell your vacation depending on your lifestyle.
• Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives focused on access to education, access to technology and sustaining communities and make a positive impact on the community.
• Participate in our celebrations, social events and offsite business events.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them!
• Employee perks and discounts.
• Diversity and inclusivity focused.

Siemens is proud to be an eight-time award winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers 2018, Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2020 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers 2021.

What will you do?

We require an experienced Field Service Technician to join our team. The Field Service Technician is responsible for the testing, validation, and commissioning of locomotives to ensure they meet all operational and safety standards before entering service. This role involves hands-on work with mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems on locomotives, requiring detailed knowledge and precision. The technician will work closely with engineering teams, quality control, and project managers to ensure that all aspects of the locomotive function correctly and efficiently.

Testing and Validation

• Perform comprehensive tests on all locomotive systems, including propulsion, braking, electrical, pneumatic, and communication systems.
• Conduct functional, qualification, and routine tests to assess the performance and reliability of the locomotive.
• Implement Field Modifications (FMI’s) to improve the quality of our product.

Troubleshooting and Diagnostic

• Identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot issues with locomotive systems during the commissioning process.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and software to pinpoint faults and implement corrective actions.
• Read, interpret and understand written or electronic information to identify the root cause of failures and compile reports for your site lead and warranty manager.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs of various components using mechanical drawings, schematics, and location circuit plans.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain detailed records of all tests, inspections, and adjustments made during the commissioning process.
• Document failures, part exchanges, implementation of FMI’s, and your performed work in our Commissioning and Warranty database.
• Provide feedback to engineering and quality teams on design and manufacturing processes based on commissioning outcomes.

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulatory requirements throughout the commissioning process.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure all testing and commissioning activities comply with relevant safety standards.

What will you need to succeed?

• Post-secondary education or Technical Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Role model behavior and values consistent with Siemens Values, Siemens Mobility Behavioral Partnership, and Siemens Business Conduct Guidelines.
• Strong knowledge in the electrical field.
• Must hold a valid Driver's license in good standing.
• Field Service or Operations experience in the railroad industry is an asset.

About us.

We share our ideas and champion the people behind them.

For over 110 years, Siemens Canada has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, and reliability. Siemens Canada is a technology leader providing comprehensive solutions for Smart Infrastructure and Digital Industries. We make real what matters by setting the benchmark in the way we electrify, automate, and digitalize the world around us. Ingenuity drives us and what we create together is yours.

Making a difference together, we raised $757,000 towards charitable contributions, support over 23 non-profit organizations, and planted 1,100 trees in our local communities. Siemens Canada has 2,500 employees from coast-to-coast and 24 office and production facilities across Canada. Join our team of approximately 293,000 talented professionals in more than 190 countries/regions and help us tackle the most exciting challenges to build a successful future together. So, what are you waiting for? Take your next career step with us.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.