Senior Rail Systems Engineer
1/14/2026
The Senior Rail Systems Engineer will develop and deliver complex rail projects, providing expert technical input and managing project elements to ensure timely and quality delivery. They will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to business development efforts.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
10,001+ employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport —at GHD, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.
Shape the future of transport with GHD’s award-winning South Queensland Rail team. Based in Brisbane, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering major programs such as Cross River Rail, ETCS Sector 1 South and Logan to Gold Coast Faster Rail.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Senior Rail Systems Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and leading integrated rail solutions from concept through to commissioning. This is an excellent opportunity to join our Brisbane Rail team and simplify the intricacies of signalling and rail systems, enabling our clients and interdisciplinary colleagues to deliver integrated solutions across a variety of projects.
At GHD, our connected global network of rail professionals empowers us to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of rail businesses. We support rail operators, asset owners, railway managers, maintainers, financiers, suppliers, contractors, and government regulators to deliver optimal project design, engineering, delivery, and operational solutions.
Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience ground-breaking projects from idea to delivery and beyond.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Working on the development and delivery of complex, multidisciplinary rail projects, including signalling, telecommunications, and control systems.
- Providing expert technical and design input, guiding engineering and support teams to deliver innovative solutions in the Rail Systems discipline for both greenfield and brownfield environments.
- Acting as project manager for a wide range of commissions, delivering project elements on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Preparing and reviewing concept signalling designs and system specifications, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with industry standards.
- Championing systems integration, verification and validation, and safety assurance across signalling, TMS, ETCS, and control systems.
- Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to deliver successful project outcomes and foster strong relationships.
- Contributing or facilitating Safety-in-Design workshops and risk reviews, supporting commissioning and operational readiness.
- Mentoring junior engineers and actively contributing to the growth of GHD’s Rail Consultancy locally and nationally.
- Supporting the Manager/Team Leader in expanding GHD’s Rail Consultancy, leveraging your expertise to drive business development and innovation.
What you will bring to the team
- Electrical Engineering degree or recognised equivalent tertiary qualification.
- 10 + years postgraduate experience.
- Registered Professional Engineer (RPEQ) (or working towards).
- Ideally, you will possess a wide knowledge of rail systems, the rail industry and, specific experience in conventional, and communications-based signalling technologies.
- You will be able to demonstrate experience in project development, design, construction, and maintenance.
- Ability to translate operators’ requirements into functional specifications.
- A passion for design documentation, assessment, and analysis of technical data.
- Well-developed communication skills both oral and written (including report writing).
- A strong background in building, nurturing, and maintaining ongoing client relationships.
Interested? Apply now.
GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.
GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.
We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
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