Stainless Steel Railcar Carbody Welder-Fabricator

Job Description

Job Description

Build railcars that move America

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us.

We’re proud to be Great Place to Work® certified—a reflection of our commitment to creating an environment where innovation thrives, and every voice matters. Apply today and be part of shaping the future with us!

Step onto our Sacramento, CA production floor and into a day where precision welding, fitting, and assembly bring stainless-steel car bodies to life. As a Fitter/Welder I, you’ll contribute directly to building the best passenger rail vehicles in the world in a dynamic, high-energy environment.

Your day-to-day impact

• Weld, fit, tack, and assemble stainless-steel passenger rail car bodies and subassemblies using drawings, jigs, fixtures, and advanced welding equipment.
• Meet welding codes, engineering specifications, dimensional tolerances, and quality standards across every weld and assembly.
• Identify, inspect, and repair fabrication defects while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship.
• Operate welding, hand, and power tools safely; follow all PPE and safety procedures; keep your area clean and compliant.
• Complete work orders and quality documentation, record labor hours, and reliably meet schedules, productivity goals, and budget targets with minimal supervision.

Note: These are the primary responsibilities; additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

Shifts and how to apply

This role has opportunities across multiple shifts and two departments. To be considered broadly, apply to both postings below:

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of MIG experience focused on stainless steel; or graduation from an accredited welding program plus 2 years of MIG experience.
• Solid mechanical aptitude.
• Basic English proficiency for reading instructions and effective verbal communication.

Stand-out qualifications

• AWS certification in stainless GMAW 3G (vertical up) and 4F (overhead).
• Working knowledge of GTAW/TIG.

Physical and safety expectations

• Frequent walking; reaching; stooping; kneeling; crouching; and crawling.
• Occasional sitting; fine manipulation; climbing; balancing; working in tight spaces; clear verbal communication and hearing.
• Lift and move up to 40 lbs.
• Vision needs include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Welders use a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) and other required PPE.

Tools and technologies

• MIG Welder
• TIG Welder
• Stick Welder

Core proficiencies

• Welding Setups for Production
• Vehicle & Fleet Welding
• Blueprint Reading

Compensation and location

Location: Sacramento, CA. Starting hourly rate: $23.01 with a 10% differential for 2nd shift and 20% for 3rd shift. Final pay may vary based on budget, experience, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic considerations.

Benefits and well-being

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits. Details are available here:

Our purpose

For more than 175 years, Siemens has created technology that transforms the everyday—blending the real world (factories, buildings, power grids, trains) with the digital world (software, data, AI, digital twins) so our customers become more competitive, resilient, and sustainable.

Compliance

• Upon offer of employment, candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen, as well as Pulmonary Function Test and Respirator Fit Test.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.