Group Lead/Manufacturing Technician

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:

As the Group Lead/Manufacturing Technician for Coach-Final Assembly, your primary responsibility is to ensure the efficient and high-quality assembly of Coach vehicles in the final stages of production. This pivotal role involves overseeing a dedicated team, coordinating assembly processes, and maintaining quality standards. Your leadership is instrumental in achieving production targets, adhering to safety protocols, and encouraging a collaborative work environment.

What your day will look like:

• Assigns daily work, provides clear instructions, and supports employee training.
• Coordinates schedules with Group Leaders and Supervisors to meet production goals.
• Monitors and enforces safety, quality, methods, and productivity standards.
• Performs quality checks and ensures work meets engineering and dimensional requirements.
• Communicates work plans, progress, and employee performance to supervision.
• Reviews and prepares time sheets and labor documentation.
• Leads and supports safety meetings and ensures full compliance with safety procedures.
• Reads and works from engineering drawings to assemble and fit steel components and subassemblies.
• Defines production work steps, sequences, and standardized work instructions.
• Drives manufacturing improvements, process changes, and process control with minimal supervision.

What are we looking for?

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 Years’ experience in a Manufacturing Environment.
• Demonstrated Mechanical and or Electrical aptitude.
• Proven ability to train and mentor team members.
• Experience in successfully leading a diverse team in a production environment.
• Track record of actively engaging in problem-solving and implementing effective countermeasures within assigned area of responsibility.

We would be impressed if you had :

• 3 + years of experience planning and supporting launch of new production lines in a low-speed production environment (e.g. rail, aviation/aerospace, naval, heavy equipment, etc.).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering (Or Equivalent Experience)
• Work experience in the rail business, preferably in light rail, heavy rail, or related production, is needed.
• Knowledge of SAP or similar MRP / ERP systems is highly desired.
• Practical experience in Customer Service / Maintenance / After Market businesses and technologies within the rail industry.

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 starting hourly rate for this position is $27.95 . This is a first 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.