Electrical-Mechanical Design Team Lead

Stadler Rail AG; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Stadler Rail AG in Salt Lake City is seeking an Electrical-Mechanical Design Team Lead to oversee the Electrical Schematics and Installation teams. You will design electrical cabinets, wire harnesses, and grounding for electro‑mechanical train components, while ensuring compliance with American standards and project requirements.

Lead cross-functional collaboration, manage PLM workflows, and drive technical releases of 3D models and drawings, with a focus on cost and schedule adherence in a

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• 5+ years in electrical engineering with at least 2 years in leadership.
• Experience with Catia V5 or other 3D-modelling tools.
• Familiarity with JIRA, SmarTeam/Teamcenter is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Electrical Schematics and Installation teams.
• Manage work packages with capacity planning and task allocation.
• Prepare installation drawings, schematics and production documentation.
• Work in PLM systems (SmarTeam, Teamcenter) and streamline workflows.
• Lead technical releases of articles, 3D models, drawings, and associated documentation.
• Ensure electrical activities meet company standards, safety regulations, and customer specs.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Catia V5

Zuken E3

JIRA

SmarTeam/Teamcenter

Interpersonal skills

International environment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Catia V5

SmarTeam

Teamcenter

JIRA

Job description

Electrical-Mechanical Design Team Lead – Electrical Schematics and Electrical Installation Teams Lead

Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us.

Your tasks

The Electrical-Mechanical Design Team Lead will oversee the Electrical Schematics and Electrical Installation teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing electrical cabinets, wire harnesses, and grounding for electro‑mechanical train components.

Key Activities

• Continuous development and management of the Electrical Installation and Schematics team.
• Manage work packages within project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Microsoft Office), ensuring accurate capacity planning and task allocation.
• Preparation of installation drawings, schematics and production documentation with the team.
• Working in PLM systems (SmarTeam, Teamcenter) and tooling landscapes to streamline workflows.
• Change management based on feedback from production and in alignment with the Lead Engineer.
• Facilitate the adoption of the current designs to American Railway Standards.
• Creation/Optimization and establishment of engineering processes, guidelines, and work instructions.
• Ensuring that the relevant electrical engineering work packages adhere to both cost and schedule requirements.
• Collaboration with cross functional department (System Engineers, Mechanical, Project Management, Production, and Quality) throughout product development stages.
• Lead technical releases of articles, 3D models, drawings, and associated documentation, ensuring adherence to project specifications.
• Ensure all electrical installation, schematic and design activities meet company standards, safety regulations, and customer specifications.

Your profile

• High School diploma, or GED is required. Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years in electrical engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Knowledge of Catia V5 or other 3D-Modelling tools.
• Experience with Zuken E3, JIRA, and Smarteam/Teamcenter is advantageous.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven management experience within an engineering team.
• Familiarity with production processes and installation instructions.
• Ability to effectively function in an international working environment.

Our offer

Jennifer Hood
Talent Acquisition Specialist
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