Mechanical Train Architect - Coaches- Rolling Stock

Overview

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. 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 be part of shaping the future with us!

The Mechanical Engineering Architect will report to the Manager of Mechanical Engineering Architecture in Sacramento, CA. You will join a team of technical architects in the Coach rail vehicle mechanical design, developing customized solutions from our product portfolio to meet customer and regulatory requirements.

• Technically lead cross-functional engineering teams in developing rail vehicle products and deliverables
• Manage execution from engineering through procurement, manufacturing, testing, and warranty
• Foster a collaborative culture that promotes efficiency and innovation

• Develop cost-optimized vehicle architectures using standardized module kits and platform components
• Ensure full system integration into design packages and oversee mechanical integration
• Define system-independent technical interfaces and vehicle-level requirements
• Specify technical requirements and target costs for subsystems

• Compile specifications, CDRLs, and Design Review Documentation
• Prepare technical bid documents and support proposal development
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and scope of work

• Coordinate mechanical design activities across rail platforms for standardization
• Act as technical representative in customer design meetings
• Support technical risk management and verification at the vehicle level
• Collaborate with Technical Bid Managers, Technical Managers, and Validation Managers

• Provide technical mentorship to the Mechanical Engineering team and junior engineers

Travel: some travel may be expected

• Education:
  
  BS in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field + 8 years of experience, MS in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field + 5 years of experience
• Demonstrated leadership with mechanical engineering teams
• Full project lifecycle experience (engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing, warranty)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

• MS degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Rolling stock engineering experience with rail vehicle platforms
• Working knowledge of railway design standards: AAR Section M, APTA, ASME, PRIIA, and Amtrak specifications
• Experience with Coach and other Rail systems

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

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance – Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1
• We believe that each member of our team is accountable for making decisions, solving problems, and taking actions that contribute to long-term impact and financial success
• We do the right thing. We stand for green innovations and meaningful solutions with impact on customers, ecosystem partners, society, and environment
• We are front runners in digitalization and building platforms. Therefore, we are hiring ambitious forward-thinkers who want to have a real impact
• Solve the world s most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects
• Opportuniti…