Factory Commissioning Test Technician - Rolling Stock

Siemens Mobility; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in the United States is seeking a Factory Commissioning Test Technician for rolling stock. You will test, commission, troubleshoot, and repair light rail vehicles, locomotives, and passenger coaches before service, working with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.

This hands-on role requires strong diagnostic skills, reading schematics, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical testing.
• Proficiency in electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems on locomotives, coach cars, and light rail vehicles.
• Read, interpret, and apply electrical and mechanical schematics, technical drawings, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and safety standards while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings and status clearly.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

PTUs

Job description

Factory Commissioning Test Technician - Rolling Stock

521456

10-Sep-2026

Mobility

Manufacturing

Profesional Junior

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

We’re proud to be Great Place to Work® certified—a reflection of our commitment to creating an environment where innovation thrives, and every voice matters.

Join Siemens Mobility and play a critical role in bringing next-generation rail vehicles to life. As a Factory Commissioning Test Technician, you will be responsible for testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and repairing light rail vehicles, locomotives, and passenger coaches before they enter service. Working hands-on with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems, you will ensure each vehicle meets the highest standards for safety, performance, and reliability. This role is ideal for a skilled technician who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and contributing to the delivery of innovative transportation solutions that move communities forward.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Perform commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems on locomotives, coach cars, and light rail vehicles.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment, PTUs, and testing tools to identify, document, and resolve system failures.
• Read, interpret, and apply electrical and mechanical schematics, technical drawings, and electronic documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical findings, recommendations, and work status both verbally and in writing.

This posting outlines the primary responsibilities of the role but is not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned in alignment with business needs.

To thrive in this role, you have:

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience in electrical testing
• Proficiency in electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting

Candidates should be willing to work in non-climate-controlled environments and inclement weather if required or if applicable.

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

Purpose is the reason a company exists. It's not about making money or selling products - it's the deeper "why" behind everything we do. It answers the question: What problem are we solving? What positive change are we creating?

For Siemens, our purpose has been clear for over 175 years: We create technology to transform the everyday, for everyone.

The world needs technologies that work. Technologies that matter. Technologies that solve today's challenges and help shape a better tomorrow. And that's exactly what we build. By bringing together the real world (factories, buildings, power grids, trains) with the digital world (software, data, AI, digital twins), we help our customers become more competitive, resilient, and sustainable.

Our technology is everywhere - in trains and transportation, we help move people faster, safer, and more sustainably.

You’ll Benefit From

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
• The pay range for this position is $47,175 - $55,105.00 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this linkAccommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, clickhere .

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this linkAccommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Pay Transparency

Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws.

Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about theirpersonal information. To learn more, clickhere .

Criminal History

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.