Rail Diesel Systems Maintenance Specialist
About The Position
Shape the future of rail with Siemens Mobility For more than 160 years, Siemens has delivered infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions across the U.S. Today, our rail business blends automation with digitalization to make transit safer, more punctual, reliable, and sustainable—while lowering operating costs for mass transit and freight systems. A day in the life You start your shift in our Sacramento, CA facility by reviewing the maintenance plan you built the day before. With minimal supervision, you move from a diesel powertrain diagnostic on a piece of transportation equipment to an electrical fault on a large forklift. After verifying ramp-up, setup, and start procedures, you support an installation alongside Industrial Engineers, update technical documentation, and coach a junior teammate through a tricky hydraulic issue. By shift’s end, you’ve improved a process, logged precise records, and kept critical equipment ready for service.
Requirements
- Vocational training (or equivalent) in a relevant technical field.
- 3–5 years of experience maintaining heavy equipment.
- Strong grasp of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Ability to work independently and solve non-routine technical challenges.
- Comfort in moderately complex environments with specialized equipment.
- Experience with technical documentation and continuous improvement.
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Fuel systems
- Diesel engines
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Deutz diesel engines is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Own and execute assigned maintenance projects independently.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on-site across heavy equipment and facility assets.
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines on transportation equipment, large forklifts, and other heavy machinery.
- Perform machine ramp-up, setup, and start checks to ensure readiness.
- Partner with Industrial Engineers on equipment installations and improvements.
- Maintain and revise equipment and process documentation.
- Provide hands-on guidance to junior team members.
- Deliver preventive and corrective maintenance throughout the facility.
Benefits
- Day-1 benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, and Commuter Benefits.
- Be part of innovative projects solving real-world transportation challenges.
- Engaging, fast-evolving, and pioneering technology environment.
- Competitive total rewards, 401(k) match, and generous Paid Time Off.
- Tuition Reimbursement, mentorship programs, and robust online learning.
- Employee perks and discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
