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Siemens

Operations Project Manager - Passenger Coach

Siemens, Sacramento, CA


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:

Siemens is adding an Operations Project Manager to our innovative Passenger Coach production team! This key role will be instrumental in who coordinating activities between manufacturing departments and support functions, ensuring we meet project quality, delivery, and cost targets.

This individual will be the single point of contact and coordinator between operations and the project team(s) on specific Passenger Coach projects. As the Operations Project manager, you will be a conduit between the manufacturing floor and the support functions within the business to break down barriers, reduce friction, and accelerate solutions. A successful candidate for this position is hands-on and positive minded person.

This is a dynamic role where no two days will be the same. We are looking for a passionate and detailed oriented person who thrives on challenges and enjoys solving hard problems. This role requires strong influencing skills to work across a matrix organization with stakeholders from across the business in roles from Production Departments, Supplier Quality Management, Industrial Engineering, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Environmental Health & Safety, and Project Management. In this role you will also work to proactively identify bottlenecks and constraints for production of your project, and work with cross-functional team to deploy countermeasures and mitigations to keep the project on track.

What you need to be successful:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline
  • 5 years of experience in manufacturing management, industrial engineering, or project management
  • Experience implementing changes in a manufacturing environment to improve safety, quality, schedule and cost
  • Effective coaching, leadership, communication and team-building skills for hourly workforce
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and evaluate parts against drawings
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools


We would be impressed if you have:
  • 5+ years of experience in rolling stock or capital equipment manufacturing
  • Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes including mechanical and electrical assembly
  • Experience in Siemens Production System or equivalent Lean manufacturing
  • Experience with SAP or similar MRP system


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 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 salary range for this position in Sacramento, CA is $119,000- $150,000 per year and the annual incentive target is 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

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

See links below to learn more about Siemens Mobility:

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