Rail Field Service Engineer: Lead Maintenance

Alstom; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Los Angeles is seeking a Field Service Engineer to design and implement advanced rail solutions. You will lead maintenance and service operations across the region, owning complex challenges with a focus on reliability and uptime.

Work with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated rail systems, diagnose issues, implement preventive measures, and mentor junior engineers as part of a culture of ownership and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3 years of experience in field service engineering or rail systems maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and mechanical systems; good documentation.
• Knowledge of rail industry standards and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and leadership with ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead scalable maintenance and service operations for rail systems across Los Angeles.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and customer support to deliver integrated solutions.
• Diagnose and resolve issues; implement preventive measures and ensure compliance.
• Drive innovation by adopting new technologies to improve service delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct training sessions to build team expertise.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Asset management systems

Job description

Alstom in Los Angeles is seeking a Field Service Engineer to design and implement advanced rail solutions. You will lead maintenance and service operations across the region, owning complex challenges with a focus on reliability and uptime.

Work with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated rail systems, diagnose issues, implement preventive measures, and mentor junior engineers as part of a culture of ownership and accountability.