Technical Trainer- Rolling Stock

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 dedicated Technical Trainer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and developing comprehensive training materials, including classroom presentations, instructor guides, and reference documents for the systems being taught to our customers.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead classroom sessions of typically 10-15 students using theory of operation and explaining the function of the vehicle (Locomotive, Coach or Light Rail) individual systems.
• Classroom training is followed by hands on training on the actual vehicles and will require the ability to be on top (Using Safety Harnesses) as well as inside and underneath running equipment.
• Develop and maintain course curriculum including course descriptions, outlines, lesson plans, exams and classroom material such as laptops and diagnostic software.

To thrive in this role, you have:

• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office products including, Word, Power Point and Excel.
• Working knowledge of the Adobe suite of programs is desirable, including the ability to edit or adjust pictures using Photoshop or Illustrator.
• The ability to read and understand electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic schematics.
• A good command of the English language is a must

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• Must be able and willing to travel approximately 25 weeks a year to customer sites in North America on a per week (5 Days) basis.

What will make you standout:

• Three to four years’ experience supporting a technical training program.
• Demonstrates a basic knowledge of professional technical and mechanical principles and skills.
• Effectively uses fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of particular area
• of specialization.
• At least 3 years of successful experience in related field and successful
• demonstration of Key Responsibilities and Knowledge as presented above.
• Advanced degree MAY be substituted for experience, where applicable.
• Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

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

This position is based in Sacramento, CA. We offer 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 base salary range for this position in Sacramento, CA, is $66,800.00 - $90,000.00. The salary may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.

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