Mechanical Train Architect - Coaches- Rolling Stock

Siemens; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 125,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Mentor Programs

401k match

Paid Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Siemens in Lexington, NC seeks a Mechanical Engineering Architect to provide technical oversight for rail vehicle mechanical design. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive integration of aircraft-like platform components, and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory specs.

Ideal candidates have a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering with multiple years of leadership and full lifecycle project experience. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership of mechanical engineering teams.
• Full project lifecycle experience from engineering to warranty.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Technically lead cross-functional engineering teams in rail vehicle products and deliverables.
• Manage execution from engineering through procurement, manufacturing, testing and warranty.
• Define system interfaces and vehicle-level requirements for integration.
• Provide technical mentorship to engineers and collaborate with managers.

Skills

Leadership

Project lifecycle

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

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. 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.

Position Overview

The Mechanical Engineering Architect will report to the Manager of Mechanical Engineering Architecture. You will provide technical mechanical oversight at our factory in Lexington, NC. You will join a team of technical architects in the Coach rail vehicle mechanical design, developing customized solutions from our product portfolio to meet customer and regulatory requirements.

What your day-to-day will look like

Leadership & Project Execution

• Technically lead cross-functional engineering teams in developing rail vehicle products and deliverables
• Manage execution from engineering through procurement, manufacturing, testing, and warranty
• Foster a collaborative culture that promotes efficiency and innovation

Technical Architecture & Design

• Develop cost-optimized vehicle architectures using standardized module kits and platform components
• Ensure full system integration into design packages and oversee mechanical integration
• Define system-independent technical interfaces and vehicle-level requirements
• Specify technical requirements and target costs for subsystems

Documentation & Compliance

• Compile specifications, CDRLs, and Design Review Documentation
• Prepare technical bid documents and support proposal development
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and scope of work

Coordination & Representation

• Coordinate mechanical design activities across rail platforms for standardization
• Act as technical representative in customer design meetings
• Support technical risk management and verification at the vehicle level
• Collaborate with Technical Bid Managers, Technical Managers, and Validation Managers

Mentorship

• Provide technical mentorship to the Mechanical Engineering team and junior engineers

Travel

some travel may be expected

To thrive in this role, you have

• Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field + 8 years of experience, MS in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field + 5 years of experience
• Demonstrated leadership with mechanical engineering teams
• Full project lifecycle experience (engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing, warranty)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

What will make you stand out

• MS degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Rolling stock engineering experience with rail vehicle platforms
• Working knowledge of railway design standards: AAR Section M, APTA, ASME, PRIIA, and Amtrak specifications
• Experience with Coach and other Rail systems

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

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
• We believe that each member of our team is accountable for making decisions, solving problems, and taking actions that contribute to long‑term impact and financial success.
• We do the right thing. We stand for green innovations and meaningful solutions with impact on customers, ecosystem partners, society, and environment.
• We are frontrunners in digitalization and building platforms. Therefore, we are hiring ambitious forward-thinkers who want to have a real impact.
• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning. We operate daily with a growth mindset - that's why Siemens consistently ranks on the Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list!
• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off

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.

$124,542 $146,370 10%