Rail Electrical Test & Commissioning Technician

Siemens; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in Sacramento, CA is seeking an Electrical Test & Commissioning Technician to work hands-on with light rail vehicles, locomotives, and passenger coaches. You will test, troubleshoot, repair, and commission critical electrical systems to meet safety and reliability standards.

You will read schematics, use diagnostic equipment, and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and commissioning teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, or related technical work.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment, harnessing, connector assembly, and repair practices.
• Strong problem‑solving, attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical point‑to‑point wire verification and functional testing on light rail vehicles, locomotives, and passenger coaches.
• Diagnoses, troubleshoot, document, and repair electrical and mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, wire lists, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
• Support vehicle commissioning and validation activities to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and commissioning teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Harnessing

Connector assembly

Job description

Siemens Mobility in Sacramento, CA is seeking an Electrical Test & Commissioning Technician to work hands-on with light rail vehicles, locomotives, and passenger coaches. You will test, troubleshoot, repair, and commission critical electrical systems to meet safety and reliability standards.

You will read schematics, use diagnostic equipment, and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and commissioning teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.