CWI Inspector I

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, all while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems. We are continuously developing new answers for rail automation - often to questions that haven’t been asked yet.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) to join Siemens Mobility Rolling Stock, where we design and manufacture state-of-the-art locomotives, passenger coaches, and light rail vehicles that keep communities connected and moving. In this role, you will ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance in our welding and manufacturing processes. Join us in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable rail solutions that enhance public transportation across North America.

What your day may look like:

• Performs a wide variety of inspections in the Carshell Welding and BG manufacturing areas.
• Follows general inspection guidelines to conduct routine visual CWI, dimensional, and mechanical inspections on a wide range of welded and machined components and assemblies.
• Utilizes multiple non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques to verify the acceptability of welded and machined components.
• Ensures all work is performed to the correct configuration revision and complies with applicable drawings, specifications, and guidelines.
• Conducts first article inspections of parts, assemblies, equipment, and tooling, providing summary reports and diagnostic findings.
• Enters, maintains, and retrieves information from Material Resource Planning systems, noncompliance tracking tools, and the Configuration Management System.
• Follows established instructions and specifications to perform inspections.
• Uses experience and judgment when needed to interpret inspection outcomes.
• Provides routine disposition for common defects.
• May provide limited training and guidance to newer employees.
• Interfaces with Weld Staff, Engineering, and customer inspectors; may have limited interactions with suppliers and quality management.
• Plays a significant role in the acceptance and progression of work.
• Understands that incorrect decisions or actions can lead to delays, inefficiencies, or additional project/departmental costs.

What will make you thrive in this role:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a weld shop environment.
• 1 or more years experience with CWI inspection of increasingly difficult inspection involving the application and working knowledge of sophisticated measuring techniques.
• Proven experience interpreting complex dimensional drawings, weld standards, and specifications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain one of the following:
  • AWS Certified Visual Weld Inspector Associate
    • OR:
    • VT Level II certification plus certification in one or more of the following Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques:
    • Dye Penetrant (PT)
    • Magnetic Particle (MT)
    • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Additional Information:

Upon offer of employment, candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen.

The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential job duties:

• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to climb stairs, steps, and ladders
• Frequently required to work on elevated platforms.
• Perform work overhead.
• Occasionally lift and move at most 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.
• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off!

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

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: .

This position in located in Sacramento, CA. The base hourly range for this position is $31.35 - $36.88 per hour plus a 20% shift differential for third shift. This is a third shift position. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

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