Rail Electrical Powertrain & Propulsion Engineer

Stadler Rail AG; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stadler is seeking an Electrical Powertrain/Propulsion Engineer to design, develop, test and implement propulsion systems for trains. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance.

The role demands hands-on CAD work, propulsion simulations, and collaboration across software, mechanical, and purchasing teams. A degree in Electrical/Mechatronics and 3–5 years of relevant experience are required, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical/Mechatronics engineering.
• 3–5 years of railway/defense experience.
• Knowledge of electrical drive technology or rail vehicle industry.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and teamwork.
• English proficiency; German is a plus.
• Experience in electrical/mechanical design.
• Experience with schematic software, MS Office, PLM/ECN systems (E3, SmarTeam).
• MATLAB experience is a plus.
• Willingness to travel for supplier visits and testing on vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual design and layout of electrical drive systems for passenger rail.
• Design and refine propulsion system concepts using CAD and engineering tools.
• Test and analyze propulsion systems for performance, reliability, and safety.
• Perform energy consumption and trip duration calculations and simulations.
• Support bids and tender preparations with propulsion simulations.
• Stay updated on propulsion tech and apply innovative solutions.
• Manage propulsion projects from concept to delivery within budget.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians and stakeholders across disciplines.
• Prepare technical reports, specs, and documentation for propulsion systems.

Skills

Electrical design

Teamwork

Problem solving

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Mechatronics

Tools

CAD software

Schematic software

MATLAB

PLM/ECN systems (E3, SmarTeam)

MS Office

Job description

Stadler is seeking an Electrical Powertrain/Propulsion Engineer to design, develop, test and implement propulsion systems for trains. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance.

The role demands hands-on CAD work, propulsion simulations, and collaboration across software, mechanical, and purchasing teams. A degree in Electrical/Mechatronics and 3–5 years of relevant experience are required, with travel as needed.