Senior Subject Matter Expert, Mechanical – Rolling Stock Engineering

DB E.C.O. North America

. Manage rolling stock engineering projects/assignments from concept to completion in passenger rail, including new vehicle procurement and modifications to existing equipment.

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $165,000 - $193,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing rolling stock engineering projects from concept to completion, with a strong focus on rail vehicle design, production, and compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in technical project management, client relations, and delivering high-quality engineering documentation.

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Rolling Stock EngineeringTechnical Project ManagementRegulatory Compliance (FRA/FTA)Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's Degree)P.E. License

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Hard Skills

Rolling Stock DesignFleet ManagementMechanical Subsystems EngineeringStructural EngineeringLow- and Zero-Emission TechnologiesProject PlanningQuality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)Technical DocumentationVehicle InspectionsBudget Compliance

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipClient LiaisonMentoringCommunicationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

P.E. License

Industry Keywords

Rail Vehicle EngineeringIntercity RailCommuter RailLight RailHeavy RailProject ImplementationContract NegotiationsMarketing ActivitiesResearch StudiesUser Manuals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage rolling stock engineering projects/assignments from concept to completion in passenger rail, including new vehicle procurement and modifications to existing equipment.
Oversee technical aspects of rail and transportation projects.
Support teams, ensuring accuracy, schedule adherence, and budget compliance.
Support technical liaison with clients and stakeholders.
Produce high-quality deliverables within budget and scope.
Guide and mentor team and partner closely with client and teaming partners to achieve project objectives.
Develop project plans, design frameworks, specifications, analyses, calculations, reports, drawings, simulations, research studies, products, user manuals, and related documents.
Deliver work product against QA/QC procedures and drive continuous improvement.
Engage in client relations, marketing activities, proposal development, and contract negotiations.
Work independently and as part of a team with subject matter experts and management consultants.
Travel to supervise project implementation, including vehicle inspections, with some overnight travel by land and air.
Report to the Principal.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Batchelor’s Degree in Mechanical engineering
Minimum 15 years of experience in Rail vehicle engineering covering rollingstock design, production, testing and operations as well as aspects of fleet management.
Engineering experience covering all major rollingstock mechanical subsystems including brakes, trucks, car body/CEM, doors, doors, air conditioning, passenger interior equipment etc. Structural engineering experience is highly desired.
Experience working with Intercity, commuter, Light/Heavy Rail is required
Experience with regulatory bodies, including the FRA/FTA in relation to rail vehicle design and operation.
Technical project management experience required.
P.E. license is preferred.
Experience with low- and zero-emission, such as batteries and hydrogen, in rail applications is advantageous.
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.
All persons hired must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
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) for Canada employees
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contribution equal to 5% of basic salary
Competitive vacation time plus 11 paid company holidays