Locomotive Final Assembly Technician

Build the future of rail, one locomotive at a time

For more than 160 years, Siemens has helped power American infrastructure—from electrification to transportation. Today, our Siemens Mobility team blends automation and digitalization to transform rail. In Sacramento, we design and build world-class passenger locomotives, coaches, and light rail vehicles that deliver safety, reliability, and sustainability.

A day in the life

As a Locomotive Final Assembly Technician in our Final Assembly Locomotive and Sub-Assembly areas, you’ll bring vehicles to life on a fast-paced production line:

• Fit and assemble roofs, cable harnesses, mounted parts, electrical racks and panels, air supply racks, and complex piping assemblies.
• Route, install, and terminate both low- and high-voltage connections inside and outside the locomotive.
• Measure, cut, and install copper and stainless-steel pipe for plumbing fixtures; complete stainless and copper connections.
• Install windshields to precise specifications.
• Disassemble, modify, rework, refurbish, and reassemble components as needed to meet engineering and quality requirements.
• Apply knowledge of diverse processes, operations, and equipment to solve problems on the line.
• Interpret production blueprints/diagrams, follow parts and wire lists, and work from clear verbal instructions.

What you’ll bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year in manufacturing or a closely related hands-on environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Experience with low- and high-voltage systems, such as: automotive/engine mechanics, electrician work, alarm systems, or lineman experience.
• Background in plumbing, HVAC, sprinkler systems, or compressed air lines is a plus.
• Confident and safe use of hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic equipment.

Physical expectations

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.
• Climb stairs, steps, and ladders; work from elevated platforms.
• Perform overhead work.
• Occasionally lift and move up to 40 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

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

Compensation and location

This position is located in Sacramento, CA. The hourly rate is $20.00 per hour. Second shift includes a 10% shift differential. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Why you’ll love working here

• Benefits start day 1: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, and commuter benefits.
• Work on innovative, high-impact projects that shape modern mobility.
• Dynamic, technology-forward environment with room to grow.
• Competitive total rewards, 401(k) match, and generous Paid Time Off.
• Tuition reimbursement, mentor programs, and robust online learning to advance your career.
• Employee discounts and perks, plus programs that reward innovative ideas.

Explore our benefits:

Learn more about Siemens Mobility

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

Compliance

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

Additional Information:

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