Rail Vehicle Commissioning Technician

Siemens Mobility; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in the United States is seeking a Factory Commissioning Test Technician for rolling stock. You will test, commission, troubleshoot, and repair light rail vehicles, locomotives, and passenger coaches before service, working with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.

This hands-on role requires strong diagnostic skills, reading schematics, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical testing.
• Proficiency in electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems on locomotives, coach cars, and light rail vehicles.
• Read, interpret, and apply electrical and mechanical schematics, technical drawings, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and safety standards while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings and status clearly.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

PTUs

Job description

Siemens Mobility in the United States is seeking a Factory Commissioning Test Technician for rolling stock. You will test, commission, troubleshoot, and repair light rail vehicles, locomotives, and passenger coaches before service, working with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.

This hands-on role requires strong diagnostic skills, reading schematics, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and reliability.