NDT-Certified Weld Inspection Specialist

Help us raise the bar for rail safety and reliability

At Siemens Mobility’s Rolling Stock facility in Lexington, NC, we manufacture passenger coaches that move people and economies. Backed by 160 years of U.S. innovation in infrastructure and transportation, we’re transforming rail with digitalization and automation—and we’re looking for an NDT-Certified Weld Inspection Specialist to ensure our weld quality never compromises.

What you’ll do

• Execute visual CWI evaluations, dimensional checks, and mechanical inspections on welded and machined parts and assemblies in Carshell welding and BG manufacturing areas.
• Apply one or more non-destructive testing methods to validate weld acceptability.
• Verify work against the correct configuration revision, drawings, specs, and procedures.
• Perform first article inspections on parts, assemblies, equipment, and tooling; compile diagnostics and clear summary reports.
• Manage inspection data in MRP, noncompliance tracking tools, and the Configuration Management System.

When you’ll work

Monday – Thursday, 5:30am – 4:00pm

What you’ll bring

• Current CWI certification or PT Level II (penetrant testing) certification; willingness to promptly obtain any missing credential.
• Comfort working with computer systems/databases and electronic inspection tools to input and retrieve information.
• Ability and willingness to travel to Sacramento, California for training—initially at least two weeks, with additional trips as required.

Physical requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and fine manual work; regular reaching, climbing/balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and effective verbal communication; occasional sitting.
• Lift/move up to 10 lbs regularly; occasionally 40 lbs or more.
• Vision: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Rewards and benefits

• 11 paid holidays and 18 PTO days.
• 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Comprehensive coverage—Health, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, and Commuter Benefits—starting Day 1.
• Competitive total rewards, plus Tuition Reimbursement, Mentor Programs, and robust online learning.
• Employee perks and discounts—and recognition for innovative ideas.
• Work on complex, meaningful projects in a fast-evolving, pioneering tech environment.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Benefits link and pay range

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 base hourly rate range for this role in Lexington, NC is $30.00 – $44.65, plus an additional 10% shift differential. Actual pay may vary based on budget and your experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.

Siemens Mobility is the North American market leader in passenger coaches, locomotives, and light rail vehicles.