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Senior Electrical Engineer

About us
We are a large and fully integrated business that provides services that are pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based around safety and performance.
 
With a growing investment in rail it is an exciting time to be a part of the changing landscape of SEQ.

What Queensland Rail has to offer

• Fixed-term position until 2028 based in Brisbane’s CBD
• $138,000 plus up to 12.75% superannuation
• Flexible working options to support the balance between work and personal commitments
• Free rail travel to and from work + discounted rail travel for off-duty travel 
• Involvement in one of the largest rail projects in Queensland
• Access to our new Fitness Passport - a discounted workplace health and fitness program giving you and your family access to a wide range of gyms and pools throughout the state 
• Access to QR's competitive Employee Benefits + 1 Team Values, Diverse and Inclusive working environment
• Employee Assistance Program providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options

About the role
Queensland Rail is partnering with the Department of Transport and Main Roads to deliver its Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP.) The program includes the design and manufacture of 65 new trains to cater for the growing demand for rail services within Southeast Queensland. The new trains will be manufactured and maintained in Queensland thus creating jobs in the rail industry and associated supply chains.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join the rolling stock technical team to support the design, development, and delivery of cutting-edge train systems. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative project that will enhance the public transportation network across Queensland.

This is a fixed term position until 2028 based in Brisbane CBD, with a starting salary of $138,000. 

Day-to-day responsibilities of this role will include

• Undertake technical assurance activities, including design reviews, to ensure compliance with Queensland Rail and industry standards and safety regulations.
• Participate in design collaboration meetings with the State and rolling stock contractor to ensure alignment on technical specifications and project goals.
• Provide input into test schedules and witness type testing of prototype vehicles.
• Liaise with Queensland Rail Operations to ensure the operational requirements of the train are understood and incorporated into the design.
• Participate in risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address potential engineering challenges.

For further details please click here to view the Position Description
 
About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of rolling stock Electrical systems, manufacturing processes and testing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Demonstrated experience in communicating and negotiating with contractors to achieve optimal project outcomes.

Sounds great, what’s next?
If this position interests you and you feel you have the knowledge and experience, please apply via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button. Please submit a resume and covering letter outlining your relevant experience by 11:59pm Sunday the 18th of August 2024.

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake Psychometric Assessment, Pre-Employment Health Assessment and background checks that might also include Criminal History and Credit Checks.

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing.

As Queensland Rail is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, we encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from non-English speaking backgrounds, and members of other diverse groups to apply.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Louisa with your specific enquiry via email Louisa.Gilbert@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.