Factory Commissioning Group Lead

Job Description

Job Description

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:

Siemens Mobility is building the future of rail transportation through advanced, sustainable passenger rail vehicles. We're looking for a Group Lead to manage a team of technicians responsible for validation testing and daily operations in a manufacturing line environment.

This hands-on leadership role is fully embedded on the factory floor. You will coordinate testing activities, ensure the team & vehicle systems meet safety and quality standards, and support troubleshooting during production.

The Group Lead will work closely with engineering, production, and commissioning teams to keep testing on track and drive continuous improvement. Ideal candidates are technically strong, team-focused, enjoy problem-solving, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. We operate daily with a growth mindset - that's why Siemens consistently ranks on the Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list!

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead a team of technicians in validation testing during railcar production
• Assign daily tasks based on schedule, readiness, and staffing
• Interpret test procedures and technical documentation to guide accurate execution
• Support troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and software issues
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and quality to resolve issues
• Track test progress, ensure documentation, and escalate delays
• Promote safety, enforce standards, and drive continuous improvement

To thrive in this role, you:

• High school diploma (or GED)

• 5+ years of a proven track record of leading teams to exceptional results in a manufacturing or testing environment

• 3+ years of experience with electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and high voltage troubleshooting

• Anticipate bottlenecks and proactively adjust team priorities

• Empower and develop technicians to grow technical skills and ownership

• Communicate with confidence across all levels, from the shop floor to leadership

• Use data to drive decisions, track performance, and highlight areas for improvement

• Associate’s degree in engineering or mechatronics program education or similar preferred

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!

• 11 paid holidays, 18 days of PTO
• 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 401 (k) 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 base rate range for this position in Lexington, NC is $29.30/hr - $34.47/hr, **The salary may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.

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