Rail Electrical Commissioning Engineer – PLCs & Testing

Stadler Rail AG; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stadler Rail AG seeks a Commissioning Engineer to test electrical assemblies on our passenger train projects in the United States. You will troubleshoot complex circuits and load software onto PLCs, ensuring all processes meet our strict quality standards.

Ideal candidates bring electrician or Journeyman experience, a proactive, team-driven mindset, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced railway environment with US travel required (approx. 10%).

Qualifications

• Vocational training and experience as an Electrician, Journeyman or related field.
• College degree or related College courses in automation are a plus.
• Several years' experience in the field, Railroad Experience a plus.
• High standard of quality.
• Goal-oriented and structured approach in a dynamic environment.
• Quick comprehension and adaptability.
• Fluent English (verbal and written), willingness to learn German (preferred).
• Ability to work well in a team, including effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, testing and troubleshooting of electrical circuits.
• Loading Software on various Subsystems.
• Electrical modifications and changes of assemblies.
• Performing tests according to procedures and manual on passenger trains.
• Assist Supervisor in developing test procedures, manuals and reports.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Travel within US (approx. 10% or TBD), several weeks initial training offsite.

Skills

Electrician experience

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Vocational training as Electrician

Automation coursework

Railroad-related experience

Job description

Stadler Rail AG seeks a Commissioning Engineer to test electrical assemblies on our passenger train projects in the United States. You will troubleshoot complex circuits and load software onto PLCs, ensuring all processes meet our strict quality standards.

Ideal candidates bring electrician or Journeyman experience, a proactive, team-driven mindset, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced railway environment with US travel required (approx. 10%).