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

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