CQ400 Rail Car Production Test Engineer/Inspector

S L King & Associates Inc

Atlanta, GA, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Acceptance Testing, American Society for Quality (ASQ), Automotive Assembly, Automotive Engineering, Automotive Manufacturing, Braking Systems, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Contract Requirements, Data Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering Drawing, Functional Testing, HVAC, Health Insurance, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Mechanical Engineering, Performance Testing, Production Systems, Project/Program Management, Propulsion, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Reliability Testing, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Standards, Support Documentation, System Integration (SI), System Validation, Systems Engineering, Technical Analysis, Test Data, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Train Transportation, Transportation Engineering, Validation Testing

LOCATION

Atlanta, GA, GA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Benefits:

401(k)
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off

SL King Technologies is seeking a CQ400 Rail Car Production Test Engineer / Inspector to support the manufacturing, testing, and acceptance of new rail vehicles for MARTA.

This role is responsible for verifying rail car performance, validating system functionality, and ensuring compliance with contract specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements throughout production and pre-revenue testing phases.

The ideal candidate combines engineering knowledge, hands-on rail vehicle experience, and strong inspection/testing capabilities.
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Key Responsibilities
Production Testing & Validation

Review functional and performance testing of CQ400 rail car systems including:
- Propulsion and braking systems
- Train control and communications
- HVAC systems
- Doors and passenger systems
Review test procedures, test plans, and commissioning protocols
Analyze test data and document results for compliance verification

Inspection & Quality Assurance

Conduct in-process and final inspections of rail car assemblies
Verify compliance with:
- Contract specifications
- Engineering drawings
- Industry standards (APTA, FRA, ISO where applicable)
Identify non-conformances and support corrective action resolution

Documentation & Reporting

Prepare detailed test reports, inspection reports, and deficiency logs
Maintain configuration and test records aligned with MARTA requirements
Support acceptance documentation and turnover packages

Coordination & Support

Interface with:
- Manufacturer production teams
- MARTA engineering and QA representatives
- SL King project management
Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Participate in troubleshooting and root cause analysis efforts

Required Qualifications
Education OR Equivalent Experience

Option 1 (Education Path):
- Bachelor’s degree in:
  - Electrical Engineering
  - Mechanical Engineering
  - Systems Engineering
  - Rail/Transportation Engineering
  - OR related technical field

Option 2 (Experience Path):
- 8–12+ years of progressive experience in:
  - Rail vehicle maintenance, testing, or commissioning
  - Transit systems (heavy rail preferred)
  - Rolling stock production or overhaul programs

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of:
- Rail vehicle systems (propulsion, braking, controls)
- Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
Experience with:
- Test equipment and diagnostic tools
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and schematics
Familiarity with:
- APTA standards and transit agency QA requirements
Ability to:
- Analyze technical data and identify issues
- Work in production and shop environments
- Communicate effectively with engineers and technicians

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with rail car manufacturing or new vehicle procurement programs
Experience supporting MARTA or similar U.S. transit agencies
Background in:
- Commissioning
- Systems integration
- Reliability testing
Certifications (preferred but not required):
- Quality (ASQ, ISO)
- Rail or systems engineering credentials

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S L King & Associates Inc

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