Factory Commissioning Test Technician - Rolling Stock

Siemens Mobility; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level Factory Commissioning Test Technician to join their innovative team in Lexington, NC. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the rail transportation sector, focusing on commissioning and troubleshooting next-generation light rail vehicles and locomotives. The company provides comprehensive training, a supportive work environment, and a competitive benefits package, including generous PTO and health insurance from day one. If you're eager to develop your skills and contribute to exciting projects, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

11 Paid Holidays

18 Days of PTO

401K - 6% Company Match

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Perks and Discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in electrical testing required.
• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning and troubleshooting on light rail and locomotives.
• Document and repair electrical and mechanical failures.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Pneumatic Systems

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic Test Equipment

Job description

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us.

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Automation’s impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization. Combine them and the results are transformative! We work at the leading edge of this movement, applying our proven expertise in digitalization to rail infrastructure and automation. Our innovative solutions deliver greater safety, punctuality, reliability, and sustainability across the line, all while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems. We are continuously developing new answers for rail automation – often to questions that haven’t been asked yet.

Join the growing team at our world-class passenger railcar manufacturing facility in Lexington, NC! Siemens Mobility, Rolling Stock Division is the North American market leader in the production of passenger coaches, locomotives, and light rail vehicles. See links below to learn more about Siemens Mobility:

What excites our people about Siemens Mobility Rolling Stock?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8nddK1NZSk

Position Overview:

We are looking for an entry-level Factory Commissioning Test Technician to join our team in Lexington, NC! We are willing to train and help you grow in this role. This person will be responsible for commissioning, troubleshooting, and repairs on next-generation light rail, locomotives, and coaches. Need to be familiar with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.

What your day-to-day will look like:

1. Perform electrical and mechanical commissioning on locomotive and coach cars.
2. Troubleshoot, document and repair electrical and mechanical failures.
3. Work with state-of-the-art diagnostic test equipment.
4. Understand and comply with company and industry safety standards.
5. Communicate with others, verbally and in writing, technical information, job procedure recommendations, and other work-related information.
6. Have ability to work independently and among a team with multi-disciplinary backgrounds.
7. Read, interpret and understand written or electronic schematics.
8. Use PTU’s to troubleshoot various systems onboard light rail, locomotive and coach vehicles.

To thrive in this role, you have:

1. High school diploma (or GED).
2. 1+ years experience in electrical testing.
3. Must be proficient in electrical, pneumatic, mechanical troubleshooting.
4. Associate’s degree in engineering or similar preferred.

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

1. 11 paid holidays, 18 days of PTO.
2. 401K - 6% company match.
3. Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
4. Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
5. Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.
6. Competitive total rewards package.
7. Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.
8. Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html. The base salary range for this position in Lexington, NC is $45,100 – 52,900. The salary may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.

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