Rolling Stock Propulsion Motor Rebuild Specialist

Siemens Mobility; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One-time sign-on bonus: $1,000.00

Job summary

Siemens Mobility is seeking a Hands-on Motor Technician for the Rail Traction Components team in Alpharetta, GA. You will assemble, inspect, test, and troubleshoot rail traction motors on the second shift, with training on first shift.

A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered after 180 days, with participation in 6S and continuous improvement programs. The role requires precise work, safety focus, and collaboration with engineers and supervisors to ensure reliable performance in a climate-controlled?

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Strong math, reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of EHS procedures, product standards, and assembly processes.
• Experience with machines, hand tools, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to document accurately in written and/or electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, clean, disassemble, reassemble, and adjust motors to meet specs and customer requirements.
• Complete inbound inspections; stage parts; remove couplings with specialized tools; examine components.
• Prepare and test assemblies—rotors, stators, seals, coils, insulation systems.
• Install bearings, reassemble, and flush regreasing systems.
• Conduct electrical, insulation, surge, balance, and vibration testing.
• Maintain order and safety; prep motors for paint; support 6S and CI initiatives.

Skills

Motors assembly

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Inspection & testing

Documentation skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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About The Role

Hands-on expert who assembles, disassembles, inspects, and tests rail traction motors to Siemens’ exacting standards. Precision, safety, and continuous improvement are your daily rhythm as you collaborate with supervisors and engineers to troubleshoot and deliver reliable performance.

Schedule

• Second shift: 5:00pm–3:30am
• Training period: 2–3 months on first shift, 6:30am–5:00pm

Key responsibilities

• Inspect, clean, disassemble, reassemble, and adjust motors to meet specifications, tolerances, and customer requirements.
• Complete inbound inspections; stage parts; remove couplings using specialized tools; examine critical components.
• Prepare and test assemblies—rotors, stators, seals, pulse wheels, coils, insulation systems.
• Install bearings, reassemble, and flush regreasing systems.
• Conduct electrical, insulation, surge, balance, and vibration testing.
• Maintain order and safety; prep motors for paint; care for tools; support 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.

This posting outlines the primary responsibilities of the role but is not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned in alignment with business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong math, reading, writing, and communication skills
• Knowledge of EHS procedures, product standards, and assembly processes
• Experience with machines, hand tools, and equipment maintenance
• Ability to document accurately in written and/or electronic systems

Technical competencies

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Maintenance and repair
• Hydraulic systems and components
• Mechanical systems and component repair
• Electrical schematic reading
• Equipment installation and wiring

Work environment

Candidates should be willing to work in non-climate-controlled environments and inclement weather if required or if applicable.

Compensation highlight

One-time sign-on bonus: $1,000.00 (less applicable taxes), payable after 180 days of employment.

Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Why Siemens

For more than 175 years, our purpose has been constant: We create technology to transform the everyday, for everyone. We unite the physical world—factories, buildings, power grids, trains—with the digital world—software, data, AI, and digital twins—to help customers become more competitive, resilient, and sustainable.

Where you’ll see our impact

• Trains and transportation that move people faster, safer, and more sustainably.

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