Lead Subject Matter Expert (Quality Assurance & Control) - Rolling Stock Engineering (Fully Remote)

DB E.C.O. North America; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DB E.C.O. North America is seeking a Lead QA/QC for rail rolling stock engineering projects. You will oversee inspections, support vehicle procurement, rebuilds, and fleet management, ensuring compliance with rail standards and safety requirements.

The role requires an engineering degree and rail QA/QC experience, with preferred certifications in Quality Auditing and Welding Inspection. You will lead on-site inspections and coordinate with inspectors and subcontractors across projects.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree and rail QA/QC experience.
• Certified Quality Audit and CWI preferred.
• Knowledge of FRA/FTA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct first article inspections and quality audits.
• Oversee on-site manufacturing and welding inspections.
• Supervise inspectors and subcontractors.

Skills

Rail QA/QC experience

Quality audits

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)

Welding Inspector (CWI)

Job description

• Lead QA/QC for rail rolling stock engineering projects.
• Support vehicle procurement, rebuilds, and fleet management.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct first article inspections and quality audits.
• Oversee on-site manufacturing and welding inspections.
• Supervise inspectors and subcontractors.

Requirements:

• Engineering degree and rail QA/QC experience.
• Certified Quality Audit and CWI preferred.
• Knowledge of all rail modes and FRA/FTA regulations.

DB E.C.O. North America

DB E.C.O. North America offers specialized rail and transit consultancy services to public agencies, passenger and freight railroads. They are part of the DB E.C.O. Group and leverage Deutsche Bahn's global expertise, with a cross-disciplinary team focused on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence.