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Lead Subject Matter Expert (Quality Assurance & Control) - Rolling Stock Engineering

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This job: posted 4 days ago

DB E.C.O. North America median: 36 days open

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DB E.C.O. North America (with “E.C.O.” representing “Engineering, Consulting and Operations") offers specialized rail and transit consultancy services to public agencies, passenger and freight railroads. DB E.C.O. North America is part of the DB E.C.O. Group and leverages Deutsche Bahn’s global expertise to advance mobility and rail transportation across the U.S. and Canada. Their cross-disciplinary team collaborates closely with clients to innovate their portfolios and elevate business performance. With a focus on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence, they strive to enhance the customer experience, increase rail usage, and “Transform The Future Of Mobility.”

Department: Consulting, Rolling Stock Advisory Domain

Reports to: Principal

Location: Remote, US

Job Summary:

The Lead Subject Matter Expert (Quality Assurance and Control) - Rolling Stock Engineering will support engineering projects within the rail and transit sector focusing on new vehicle procurement, rebuilds of existing vehicles and Fleet management activities across all equipment types including locomotives, multiple units and rail cars. This role encompasses technical subject matter expertise related to manufacturing quality including on-site inspections (including Welding), and participation in design reviews and associated First Article Inspections. This position works independently and as part of a team, which includes other subject matter experts and management consultants, and will require supervision of team members and subcontractors.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Support rolling stock engineering projects from concept to completion in passenger rail and transit, including new vehicle procurement and modifications to existing equipment.
  • Support teams, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and the timely delivery of vehicles to the specified quality level.
  • Serve as a technical liaison with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors.
  • Produce high-quality deliverables, such as inspection reports, within budget and scope.
  • Conduct first article inspections.
  • Conduct inspections of manufacturing and built quality of rail vehicles pre-and post-delivery.
  • Supervise a team of inspectors and subcontractors (where applicable), during audits.
  • Organize and conduct quality audits.
  • Participate in design reviews and ensure quality process and gates are included and implemented.
  • Implement QA/QC procedures for engineering models, simulations, and technical deliverables, ensuring accuracy and reliability while driving continuous improvement in methodologies, processes, and tools.
  • Support client relations, marketing activities and scope development
  • Support procurement and rebuilds of rail vehicles ensuring construction to standards and specifications.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and experience with rail vehicle and transit procurements focusing on quality assurance and control is desired.
  • Certified Quality Audit and Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification desired
  • Experience working with all rail modes, specifically High speed/intercity, commuter, Light Rail/Streetcar and Subway
  • Experience with regulatory bodies, including the FRA/FTA in relation to rail vehicles.
  • Experience with oversight of fleet management delivery performance/quality is preferred.

Working Conditions and Travel:

You may primarily work from your home office and/or a well-lighted, heated and air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation. Travel will be required to supervise project implementation, including inspections of vehicles.

Physical Requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

  • Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods up to 4 hours at a time
  • Ability to speak on the telephone for a total of up to 3 hours per day
  • Ability to sit for up to 3 hours without breaks at meetings
  • Ability to walk and stand for up to 4 hours without breaks at program site visits and meetings
  • Ability to inspect rail vehicles at facilities, which may include pits, platforms, and vehicles in various states of completion.

We offer an annual gross salary between $182,000 and $212,000 + bonus (USD) for full-time employment, depending on professional qualifications and experience.

Quick overview of our U.S. Health & Wellness Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance: Multiple options - Low to High Deductible plans
  • Dental & Vision
  • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term, and Long-term Disability: Company-paid
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their household members
  • Commuter Benefits: Use tax-free money to pay for eligible transit and parking expenses (Train, subway, bus, ferry, parking).
  • Parental Paid Leave
  • Supplemental Coverage: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness benefits.
  • Retirement Savings (401k) with company safe harbor contributions
  • Vacation & Holidays: Competitive time off plus 11 paid company holidays

DB E.C.O North America, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. DB E.C.O North America, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

For California applicants: We follow the California Fair Chance Act, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. As is the case for applicants in any jurisdiction, you do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After providing a conditional offer and conducting a background check, we will consider hiring any qualified individual with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all relevant laws, and specifically will assess whether any conviction history directly relates to the job duties. We will take into consideration the individual’s explanation and potential mitigating factors as defined by the law.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Quick overview of our Canada Health & Wellness Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive, company‑paid benefits program for employees and their eligible dependents. This includes Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Dependent Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, extended Health and Dental coverage, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

In addition, the Company supports your long‑term financial well‑being by subsidizing a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) of your choice with a contribution equal to 5% of your basic salary.

We also provide competitive vacation time along with 11 paid company holidays, so you have the time you need to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.

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