Factory Commissioning Supervisor 1st Shift

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

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Automation's impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization. Combine them and the results are transformative. We work at the leading edge of this movement, applying our proven expertise in digitalization to rail infrastructure and automation. Our innovative solutions deliver greater safety, punctuality, reliability, and sustainability across the line, while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems.

Join the growing team at our world-class passenger railcar manufacturing facility in Lexington, NC. Siemens Mobility's Rolling Stock Division is the North American market leader in the production of passenger coaches, locomotives, and light rail vehicles.

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 help shape the future of rail transportation.

Position Overview

As a Factory Commissioning Supervisor , you will lead the final and most critical phase of the manufacturing process, ensuring rail vehicles meet the highest standards before delivery to our customers. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for overseeing a team of test technicians, driving safety, quality, and operational excellence while fostering an engaged, high-performing culture. Reporting into manufacturing leadership, you'll supervise a growing organization currently consisting of approximately 22 team members and expanding significantly over the next several months. Success in this role requires a strong technical foundation, proven people leadership experience, and a passion for continuous improvement.

This position is scheduled for 1st Shift: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM . The selected candidate will complete an initial training period on 1st shift for approximately 2-4 weeks before transitioning into their permanent schedule.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 20+ test technicians, with responsibility for safety, health, and welfare of all team members.
• Drive adherence to established guidelines, processes, and procedures while achieving safety, quality, and schedule objectives.
• Supervise testing activities for new products and support resolution of technical and operational challenges.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and team performance.
• Manage employee engagement through effective communication, motivation, and relationship building.
• Monitor performance of direct reports and take proactive action to sustain high performance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute factory commissioning schedules.
• Contribute to budget planning activities and monitor departmental spending against plan.
• Support final customer inspections and ensure products meet required standards before delivery.
• Help scale and strengthen a growing operation through effective leadership and talent development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising teams in an industrial setting.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Self-directed mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• MRP/ERP system experience.
• Modeling software knowledge.
• Expert-level electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Experience leading testing, commissioning, or manufacturing operations teams.

Why Join Siemens Mobility?

• Lead a critical operation that supports final product quality and customer acceptance.
• Influence the growth and development of a rapidly expanding team.
• Work with innovative transportation technologies that are shaping the future of rail.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders across manufacturing, engineering, and operations.
• Join a company recognized for innovation, operational excellence, and employee engagement.

Why You'll Love Working for Siemens

At Siemens Mobility, we invest in our people and provide the resources, benefits, and opportunities to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

• 11 paid holidays and 18 days of paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with a 6% company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and commuter benefits
• Freedom and flexibility that support a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunity to help solve some of the world's most significant transportation and infrastructure challenges
• Exposure to innovative, cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Competitive total rewards package, including a 5% incentive compensation opportunity
• Tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, and extensive online learning resources to support your career growth
• Opportunities to contribute innovative ideas and be recognized for them
• Employee discounts and additional perks beyond our retirement and PTO offerings

If you're a technical leader who enjoys developing people, solving complex challenges, and driving continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.

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