Rolling Stock QA/QC Inspector
At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.
We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.
If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.
This role combines project coordination and hands-on QA/QC oversight for rolling stock programs in Los Angeles, CA. The position supports major rail vehicle projects - including new procurements, overhauls, and modernization initiatives - while ensuring quality, compliance, and successful delivery across testing and commissioning phases.
The role requires 100% on-site presence, close coordination with clients and project teams, and the ability to operate at both a technical specialist and detailed field execution level.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning and execution of rolling stock programs, including new fleet procurement and rehabilitation projects.
- Act as the primary point of contact for vehicle-related matters across testing, and commissioning phases.
- Provide technical oversight of rolling stock systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, contractual requirements, and industry standards.
- Monitor project progress, manage risks, and support resolution of complex technical and delivery issues.
- Prepare technical documentation and reports.
- Maintain routine on-site presence to oversee quality and workmanship at the client’s facility.
- Conduct inspections and witness testing activities, including electrical, mechanical, functional, and safety systems.
- Perform subsystem-level testing in accordance with approved procedures and acceptance criteria.
- Verify configuration, installation, and compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
- Track non-conformances, punch list items, rework, and retesting activities through to resolution.
- Support vehicle delivery and acceptance by confirming readiness and closure of outstanding issues.
- Review contractor submittals, technical documentation, and project records for compliance.
- Maintain organized project documentation, including inspection reports, test records, and supporting evidence.
- Escalate quality, safety, or compliance concerns as needed.
- Coordinate daily with project teams, contractors, and client stakeholders.
- Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and asset management teams.
- Support warranty issue tracking and resolution efforts.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including transit agencies and suppliers.
- Represent the organization in client meetings, industry forums, and technical discussions.
Candidate Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum 10 years of experience in rolling stock, including project management and/or QA/QC roles.
- Strong experience across vehicle procurement, manufacturing oversight, systems integration, and commissioning.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical standards.
- Demonstrated experience working with transit agencies or similar environments (operations, maintenance, or capital delivery preferred).
- Strong report writing and documentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work both independently on-site and collaboratively within a complex project team environment.
Benefits & Reward
At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.
Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.
The expected salary for this position is $151,000 - $185,000
Collaboration at Our Core
At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.
Equal opportunity is the law.
We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.