Rail Gearbox Assembly Specialist

Siemens Mobility • Alpharetta, GA

9d

About The Position

Assemble and rework precision rail gearboxes, helping trains operate smoothly, safely, and efficiently. The role involves mounting gearbox housings and couplings; installing gears, bearings, spacers, covers, and fasteners; and performing alignment, fitting, drilling, and tapping with hand and power tools. Read schematics, blueprints, and work orders; measure tolerances and clearances with precision instruments; and inspect, test, and adjust units to meet customer and quality standards. Additional duties include marking identifying information, attaching nameplates, keeping parts and work areas clean, maintaining tool inventory, and collaborating with supervisors and engineers on procedures, safety walks, 6S audits, and process improvements. The work is scheduled four days per week, Monday through Thursday, from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The work may take place in non-climate-controlled areas and, when needed, in inclement weather. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applied knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and statistics.
• Clear English communication skills and ability to document and maintain accurate records.
• Familiarity with EHS regulations, product standards, workmanship expectations, and assembly methods.
• Basic computer literacy and understanding of production processes, raw materials, quality control, costs, and lean principles.
• Hands-on knowledge of machines and hand and power tools, including their operation, use, basic repair, and operator-level maintenance.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Electrical schematics proficiency.
• Warehouse experience.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Electrical schematic reading.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and rework precision rail gearboxes.
• Mount housings and couplings; install gears, bearings, spacers, covers, and fasteners.
• Perform alignment, fitting, drilling, and tapping using hand and power tools.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and work orders.
• Measure tolerances and clearances with precision instruments.
• Inspect, test, and adjust gearbox units to meet customer and quality standards.
• Mark identifying information and attach nameplates.
• Keep parts and work areas clean and maintain tool inventory.
• Work with supervisors and engineers on procedures, safety walks, 6S audits, and process improvements.

Benefits

• Siemens offers health and wellness benefits; benefit details are available on the Siemens benefits website.
• One-time $1,000 sign-on bonus, less applicable taxes, payable after 180 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED