Group Lead Weld (Locomotive)

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:

Siemens Mobility Rolling Stock is seeking a dynamic Group Lead for the Locomotive Welding team. In this pivotal role, you will champion continuous improvement in safety, budget performance, and schedule adherence by applying lean manufacturing principles across both production execution and planning phases.

Collaborating closely with the core production team, you will lead hands-on technical problem-solving efforts—addressing challenges related to standard and non-standard work, tooling, material flow, safety protocols, engineering drawings, BOMs, and process optimization.

What your day may look like:

• Provides work assignments and work instructions to employees throughout each workday. 
• Assists and trains employees in new job assignments. 
• Coordinates work schedules with other Group Leaders and/or Supervisors and maintains work status.  Performs quality checks on work being performed. 
• Monitors employees' safety, quality, methods, and output. 
• Keeps supervision informed of work plans, status, and employee performance. 
• Assists in preparing mock-ups and prototyping first production vehicles. 
• Prepares and/or reviews employee time sheets and other labor input documents.  
• Assists the supervisor in conducting regular safety meetings. 
• Performs information inquiries and/or transactions using computer terminals to support other duties and responsibilities.
• Works from detailed engineering drawings to fit-up piece parts in fixturing: assembly components consisting of steel channels, brackets, angles, sheathing, assemblies and subassemblies.
• Tack welds all parts together in equipment. Welds all assemblies according to AWS D 1.1 and 1.6. Meets production schedule with minimum supervision.

What you will need to be successful:

• 2 Years’ experience in a Manufacturing Environment.
• Experience leading a diverse team in a production environment.
• A history of "hands-on" approach to problem solving and countermeasure implementation within own areas of responsibility.

We would be impressed if you had:

• 5 + years of experience planning and supporting the 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 Highly preferred.

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.

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

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html.

The starting hourly range for this position is $26.00 plus 10% shift differential on 2^nd shift and 20% on 3^rd shift. This role offers the opportunity for overtime work based upon the needs of the business. The hourly rate may be higher or lower depending on your experience and skills.

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

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.

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