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.

Position Overview:

Join Siemens in Chicago as a Field Service Technician, working hands-on with advanced Charger locomotives and Venture coaches. This job will train you on how to troubleshoot, repair, and implement field modifications, working directly with customers to achieve reliability and satisfaction throughout the warranty period. Ideal candidates enjoy technical challenges and learn about electrical and mechanical systems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Collaborate closely with customers to meet contractual goals.
• Commission and provide warranty support for locomotives and coaches.
• Troubleshoot and analyze failures using laptops and subsystem software.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs with schematics and drawings.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions in control circuits and components.
• Document failures, repairs, FMI implementations, and work performed.
• Implement Field Modifications (FMI’s) to enhance product quality.
• Communicate technical information and recommendations to the team.
• Manage failed part returns and coordinate shipping logistics.
• Operate shop machinery and hand tools for hands-on repair work.

To thrive in this role, you have:

• High school diploma (or GED)
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
• Individuals must possess a valid Driver's license in good standing.
• Ability to read and understand schematics, maintenance, repair, and FMI documents.
• Must have basic computer skills and work in Microsoft Office. SAP is a plus.
• Must be willing and open to working various shifts and days off.
• Candidates must be able to work independently and without much supervision.
• Ability to work safely, report hazards, and recognize risks.

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.

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• 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.

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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