Test Engineer Internship - Rail Traction Components (Summer 2027)

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through innovative rail technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? 

Who designs your future? You do.

Are you looking for a 10–12-week internship where you can showcase your technical aptitude and passion for problem-solving to ensure customers can work in a comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient environment? Does gaining hands-on experience, real-world skills, and valuable knowledge while developing yourself professionally sound exciting to you? Then look to the Siemens Mobility Internship Program!

We are looking for a Rail Traction Components Test Engineer Intern. This position will be based at our Alpharetta area branch located in Georgia.

During your summer journey with us, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the Test Engineering Team where you will learn how to specify, commission, debug, or maintain test equipment used for Rail Components.

If you are a rising junior or senior pursuing an undergraduate degree, live near Alpharetta , and are ready to discover the amazing opportunities that the rail industry has to offer then look no further. 

A little bit about us :

Siemens Mobility provides efficient and coordinated transportation of people and goods by rail - including rolling stock, rail automation, rail electrification, and service. We craft and manufacture across the entire spectrum of rolling stock, including commuter and regional passenger trains, light rail and streetcars, metros, locomotives, passenger coaches, and high-speed trainsets. Cities and Railroads also rely on us to provide traction-power substations and electricity transmission, as well as signaling and control technology for freight and passenger rail and transit systems.

How does the test department play into the big picture?

Any equipment that is manufactured in our facility ends in the hands of our testers. Our job as test engineers is to ensure that the equipment they need to perform their work is running and running properly. We enable others to do their work!

What your day-to-day will look like:

· Learn about our standard processes and our test equipment

· Gain insight into electrical equipment and what it takes to keep it running

· Troubleshoot equipment that is not working properly

· Develop new processes and commission new equipment

· Work with project managers, engineers, and manufacturing experts to learn about the entire lifecycle of a project through shadowing and the assignment of relevant tasks to build up your practical knowledge. 

· Interface with different areas of the business and learn about how collaboration drives success 

Critical Capabilities : 

· Resourcefulness 

· Problem solving 

· Communicating technical concepts 

· Collaborative mindset 

· Ability to work independently as needed 

Basic Qualifications: 

· Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering - Mechanical, Electrical, Computer or similar from an accredited college or university 

· Legal authorization to work in the US is required 

· Must reside or go to school near internship location (Alpharetta) 

Preferred Qualifications

· Previous internship experience or relevant school projects 

· Strong communication skills - verbal and written 

· Ability to work on a team 

· Interest in learning about the rail industry - project management, customer service operations, manufacturing, etc.