Fitter/Welder (2nd Shift) - 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.

Join the growing team at our world-class passenger railcar manufacturing facility in Lexington, NC! Siemens Mobility, Rolling Stock Division is the North American market leader in the production of passenger coaches, locomotives, and light rail vehicles.

Position Overview:

Join the growing team at our world-class train manufacturing facility in Lexington, North Carolina. Siemens Mobility, Rolling Stock Division is the North American market leader in the production of passenger locomotives and coaches, and light rail vehicles. As a Production Welder I, you will support a broad range of welding, alignment, and assembly activities in a dynamic, high-energy production environment in the fabrication of carbon steel and stainless-steel car bodies for the best rail vehicles in the world.

Hours are 2nd Shift : 4:00pm - 2:30am, Monday - Thursday

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Utilize production blueprints, parts lists, sketches, and verbal instructions to execute electronic or manual welding tasks, including standard and repetitive assembly operations.
• Construct and assemble routine welded units such as subassemblies and mounted parts with precision.
• Conduct visual inspections and adhere to established quality checks to ensure the highest standards are met.

To thrive in this role, you have:

• High school education or state recognized GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Practical welding test will be required for all candidates to assess skills.
• Working knowledge of torch and plasma equipment is preferred.
• General mechanical background preferred
• Fully understand manufacturing drawings, able to verify dimensions.
• Capable of basic written and verbal communication in English.

Physical Demands:

Siemens Mobility prioritizes employee well-being and provides resources to support comfort and safety in all working conditions.

• Candidates should be comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment when required
• Job duties may require standing, walking, sitting, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using hands to handle objects or tools
• Frequent verbal communication is necessary; occasional tasks may involve detecting odors
• Ability to lift and/or move items up to 40 pounds is required
• Specific vision abilities include:
• Close and distance vision
• Color differentiation
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay - starting day 1!
• 401K - 6% company match
• 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

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

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: . The hourly rate for this position in Lexington, NC is $20.00 – $22.51, plus a 10% shift differential for second shift. The hourly rate may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.

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