Rail Traction Electromechanical Assembly Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Build the future of rail traction with Siemens

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As a Manufacturing Assembly Technician focused on rail traction components, youb9ll operate production equipment and assemble precision electromechanical units from drawings and process guidelines. Youb9ll inspect and adjust completed builds so every unit meets exacting specifications, tolerances, and customer requirements.

You arrive and review work orders, blueprints, and schematics. You stage parts, then assemble, position, and secure components using the right combination of hand and power tools. Throughout the build, you verify measurements and tolerances with precision instruments such as calipers. When required, you drill, tap, and prepare bolt holes, aligning components with fixtures or templates. Before sign-off, you perform final inspection and adjustments to ensure each unit meets every detail of the spec.

Core shift: 5:00pma0d7a03:30am. Initial training: 2a0d7a03 months on first shift (6:30ama0d7a05:00pm).

• Interpret schematic drawings, blueprints, and work orders to plan assembly.
• Assemble, position, and fasten parts using appropriate tools.
• Measure components and confirm tolerances with precision gauges (e.g., calipers).
• Drill, tap, and prepare bolt holes to spec.
• Align and fit parts using tools, fixtures, or templates; perform final inspection and adjustments to meet tolerance and order requirements.

Note: This overview highlights the primary responsibilities but is not exhaustive; additional tasks may be assigned to support business needs.

• High school diploma or equivalent (HS/GED).
• Robust experience in electromechanical assembly.
• Substantial wiring background.
• Hands-on assembly experience reading and interpreting schematics.
• Clear communication in English (read, write, speak).
• Team-first mindset and strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and execute accurately.

• Lift up to 35 pounds.
• Stand, kneel, climb, and work within tight or confined spaces for extended periods.

• Equipment troubleshooting
• Electrical schematics
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Electrical / electronic systems
• Maintenance and repair skills
• Mechanical assembly skills
• Equipment installation & wiring
• High School / GED
• Blueprint reading

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

Receive a $1,000 one-time sign-on bonus (less applicable taxes) paid after 180 days of employment.

For more than 175 years, our purpose has guided us: we create technology that transforms the everyday, for everyone. By connecting the real worldb4b4factories, buildings, power grids, and trainsb4b4with the digital worldb4b4software, data, AI, digital twinsb4b4we help customers become more competitive, resilient, and sustainable. Our technology moves people and goods faster, safer, and more sustainablyb4b4including across rail and transportation networks.