Automation's impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization ... The Systems Engineer - Doors / HVAC / Coupler / Gangway reports to the Doors and HVAC Engineering ...
Automation's impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization ... The Systems Engineer - Doors / HVAC / Coupler / Gangway reports to the Doors and HVAC Engineering ...
Thermal Finisher - Welder/Burner
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$20.50 - $26.75/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Thermal Finisher - Welder/Burner
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$20.50 - $26.75/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Millwright - Off Shift
Kutztown, PA · On-site
$24 - $31.25/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Millwright - Off Shift
Kutztown, PA · On-site
$24 - $31.25/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Burner/Cutter
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
S. transcontinental railroad was completed. With facilities in Pittsburgh and Kutztown, PA, McConway has proudly supplied high-quality coupler products to the rail industry for over 150 years. As the ...
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Burner/Cutter
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
S. transcontinental railroad was completed. With facilities in Pittsburgh and Kutztown, PA, McConway has proudly supplied high-quality coupler products to the rail industry for over 150 years. As the ...
Railcar Repairman
Dayton, TX · On-site
$21 - $30/hr
Harbor Rail Services has been in the railroad business since 1986 and is a leading provider of ... Remove and replace defective components on rolling stock (trucks, shoes, coupler assemblies, air ...
Railcar Repairman
Dayton, TX · On-site
$21 - $30/hr
Harbor Rail Services has been in the railroad business since 1986 and is a leading provider of ... Remove and replace defective components on rolling stock (trucks, shoes, coupler assemblies, air ...
Railcar Repairman
Oxnard, CA · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
Harbor Rail Services has been in the railroad business since 1986 and is a leading provider of ... Remove and replace defective components on rolling stock (trucks, shoes, coupler assemblies, air ...
Railcar Repairman
Oxnard, CA · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
Harbor Rail Services has been in the railroad business since 1986 and is a leading provider of ... Remove and replace defective components on rolling stock (trucks, shoes, coupler assemblies, air ...
Millwright - Weekend Full-time
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$24.50 - $32/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Millwright - Weekend Full-time
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$24.50 - $32/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Railcar Repairman
Cantonment, FL · On-site
$18 - $28/hr
Harbor Rail Services has been in the railroad business since 1986 and is a leading provider of ... Remove and replace defective components on rolling stock (trucks, shoes, coupler assemblies, air ...
Railcar Repairman
Cantonment, FL · On-site
$18 - $28/hr
Harbor Rail Services has been in the railroad business since 1986 and is a leading provider of ... Remove and replace defective components on rolling stock (trucks, shoes, coupler assemblies, air ...
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Industrial Electrician - Weekend, Full-time
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$26 - $33.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Industrial Electrician - Weekend, Full-time
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$26 - $33.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
... railroad was completed. McConway has been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable and economical supply of high-quality coupler products. As the original designers of the ...
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... railroad was completed. McConway has been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable and economical supply of high-quality coupler products. As the original designers of the ...
Mechanic-Welder
Warden, WA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
Assistance in Car Rail Shop Maintenance * Basic Cutting and Welding * Uncoupling Lever Removal and Replacing * Coupler Removal and Dismantling * Brake Levers Removal and Replacing * Car Jacking
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Mechanic-Welder
Warden, WA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
Assistance in Car Rail Shop Maintenance * Basic Cutting and Welding * Uncoupling Lever Removal and Replacing * Coupler Removal and Dismantling * Brake Levers Removal and Replacing * Car Jacking
Loader/Bander
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$17.25 - $22.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Loader/Bander
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$17.25 - $22.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Quality Inspector
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
... railroad was completed. McConway has been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable and economical supply of high-quality coupler products. As the original designers of the ...
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Quality Inspector
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
... railroad was completed. McConway has been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable and economical supply of high-quality coupler products. As the original designers of the ...
Industrial Electrician - Off Shift
Kutztown, PA · On-site
$25.50 - $32.75/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Industrial Electrician - Off Shift
Kutztown, PA · On-site
$25.50 - $32.75/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Industrial Electrician
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$26 - $33.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Industrial Electrician
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$26 - $33.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Storeroom and Warehouse Attendant
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$15.50 - $17.75/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Storeroom and Warehouse Attendant
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$15.50 - $17.75/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Industrial Electrician
Mckeesrocks, PA · On-site
$25.25 - $32.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Industrial Electrician
Mckeesrocks, PA · On-site
$25.25 - $32.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
Industrial Electrician
Mckeesrocks, PA · On-site
$25.25 - $32.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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Industrial Electrician
Mckeesrocks, PA · On-site
$25.25 - $32.50/hr
... railroad industry products. As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes ...
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What is the difference between Railroad Coupler vs Railroad Car Mechanic?
| Aspect | Railroad Coupler | Railroad Car Mechanic |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Connects train cars by attaching couplers | Inspects, repairs, and maintains train cars and equipment |
| Required Skills | Mechanical skills, safety procedures, basic maintenance | Mechanical skills, troubleshooting, repair techniques |
| Work Environment | Rail yards, tracks, outdoor settings | Maintenance shops, rail yards, outdoor and indoor |
| Certifications | Safety training, possibly CDL or rail-specific certifications | Mechanical certifications, safety training |
While a Railroad Coupler focuses on attaching train cars, a Railroad Car Mechanic performs maintenance and repairs on train cars. Both roles require mechanical skills and safety knowledge, but the coupler role is more about connection tasks, whereas the mechanic handles repairs and diagnostics.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 12 days ago
Siemens rating
7.7
Based on 100 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
257th of 440 rated engineering
Job description
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.
We're proud to be Great Place to Work® certified-a reflection of our commitment to creating an environment where innovation thrives and every voice matters. Apply today and be part of shaping the future with us!
The Systems Engineer - Doors / HVAC / Coupler / Gangway reports to the Doors and HVAC Engineering Manager in Sacramento, CA, and works under the close supervision and guidance of the respective System Architects for each system. This is a full time, in person (not remote) role located in Lexington, North Carolina. You will be the on-site subject matter expert responsible for supporting engineering activities involved in the manufacturing of passenger coach rail vehicles for the Doors (Including Movable Steps, Gap Fillers, Trap Doors and Lifts), HVAC, Coupler, and Gangway systems.
Position Overview:
- Provide systems engineering level support to production related topics impacting the manufacture and test of passenger rail vehicles for the HVAC, Doors, Coupler, and Gangway systems
- Work under the guidance and supervision of the System Architects for the respective systems
- Troubleshoot, investigate and provide solutions and direction to production engineers in the resolution of production issues
- Ensure that internal and external interface, contractual, and regulatory requirements are met in the as-manufactured condition
- Collaborate regularly with internal and external partners both within the United States and in Europe
- Be familiar with the design review documentation and CDRL's for the HVAC, Doors, Coupler, and Gangway systems
- Be familiar with the mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces for the HVAC, Doors, Coupler, and Gangway systems as well as the requirements for installation ensuring successful integration in the as-manufactured condition
- Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers
- Work collaboratively with management and other departments to ensure targets are met
- Manage assigned tasks independently with consideration of both time and associated cost
- Travel up to 10% including regular travel within the United States, and Europe
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
- BS degree in Mechanical + 5 years of relevant experience; or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering + 2 years of relevant experience; or PhD in Mechanical Engineering + 1 years of relevant experience.
- Experience using 3D cad software for the design and integration of mechanical systems (preferably PTC Creo)
- Experience in the successful integration of complex electro-mechanical systems
- Working knowledge of interpretation of electrical schematics
- Experience in the manufacturing of complex systems
- 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.
- Experience communicating complex technical topics to internal and external audiences through written and verbal means
Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
- Rolling Stock Engineering experience and the vehicle platforms they are derived from.
- Working knowledge of typical railway Heavy Rail design standards applicable to HVAC, Doors, Couplers, and Gangways
- Familiarity with the design and integration of HVAC, Door, Coupler, and Gangway equipment for passenger heavy rail vehicles
- PE License, Mechanical Engineering
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 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: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html. The base salary range for this position in Lexington, North Carolina is $83,640 to $98,328. The salary may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.
You'll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $83,640 - $98,328 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
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Industry
Machinery manufacturing, industrial automation equipment manufacturing, it services and software development
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Washington, DC, US