Remote Rail QA/QC Lead – Vehicle Programs

dbeconorthamerica; United States; Remote; USD 182,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) / retirement savings

Paid holidays

Other insurance and support programs

Job summary

dbeconorthamerica is seeking a Lead Quality Assurance and Control Engineer to oversee QA/QC for rail vehicle projects in the United States, spanning new procurements, rebuilds, and fleet activities. This role blends inspections, design and quality reviews, client coordination, and oversight of inspectors or subcontractors to ensure vehicles meet standards through delivery.

You will participate in design reviews, prepare inspection reports, and apply quality controls to engineering models and

Qualifications

• Engineering or related degree with rail QA experience.
• Experience across rail modes (high-speed, commuter, light rail, subway).
• Familiarity with federal rail and transit regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA and QC work on passenger rail vehicle projects from concept through delivery.
• Inspect manufacturing and completed vehicles before and after delivery, including first article inspections.
• Organize and carry out quality audits with inspectors and subcontractors as needed.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure quality processes and gates are followed.
• Prepare inspection reports and other technical deliverables within scope and budget.
• Apply quality controls to models, simulations, and technical work and suggest improvements.
• Serve as technical contact for clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors.

Skills

Quality assurance

Inspection

Regulatory knowledge

Client communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

dbeconorthamerica is seeking a Lead Quality Assurance and Control Engineer to oversee QA/QC for rail vehicle projects in the United States, spanning new procurements, rebuilds, and fleet activities. This role blends inspections, design and quality reviews, client coordination, and oversight of inspectors or subcontractors to ensure vehicles meet standards through delivery.

You will participate in design reviews, prepare inspection reports, and apply quality controls to engineering models and