Principal Electrical Engineer

Queensland Rail is seeking a passionate Senior Electrical Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping the safety, performance, and reliability of our track maintenance rollingstock fleet. In this role, you'll have the unique opportunity to make meaningful decisions, take ownership, and leave your mark on our fleet.

You’ll have the time to focus on delivering quality outcomes – ensuring projects are done well, right the first time, and align with our high standards.

Take control, lead projects, and see your decisions come to life as you drive innovation and improvement across our track maintenance fleet.

• Permanent full time
• Opportunity to be based in our Brisbane CBD or Banyo office or divide your time across both locations.

Benefits that count: 

• Support for your career and continued professional development.
• Flexible working options to support the balance between work and personal commitments.
• Full reimbursement for annual membership with two (2) relevant approved professional development associations.
• Heavily discounted access to a large range of gyms and sporting facilities.
• Employee Assistance Program covering career and personal professional support services.
• Equal opportunity leave, paid parental/partner leave after 12 months of continuous service.

Remuneration: Starting from annual base salary of $155,500 + 12.75% Superannuation (Proposed Increase as of March 2025 to a range of $160,000 - 171,800). 

We are committed to finding the right candidate and salary will be commensurate of the role and your unique contributions and expertise.

About the role: 

This specialist engineering position supports the development, maintenance, and improvement of our track maintenance rollingstock across Southeast Queensland and Regional Queensland, including hybrid power systems for low-emission and noise-free operations.  With plans to procure advanced rollingstock for track upgrades and maintenance, this role offers the chance to innovate and deliver value to our rail network.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing procurement contracts, including technical specifications, tender assessments, supplier management, and commissioning.
• Designing and upgrading plant and track maintenance rollingstock to enhance performance, safety, and compliance with standards.
• Providing expert advice on electrical engineering matters related to track maintenance rollingstock.
• Applying risk-based approaches to design and engineering processes that meet industry, legislative, and Queensland Rail standards.
• Leading small teams to deliver projects effectively and supporting staff development.
• Monitoring performance, investigating non-compliance, and implementing corrective actions.
• Staying abreast of industry advancements to drive innovation and recommend fleet improvements.

About you:

We are seeking an experienced and qualified professional with a passion for driving excellence and a proven ability to lead. You will bring:

• Extensive knowledge of track maintenance rollingstock and/or other types of mobile or fixed plant that utilise electronic control systems.
• Understanding of hydraulic, hydrostatic and pneumatic systems and the design of electrical/electronic systems used in conjunction with these systems.
• High-level skills in project and contract management, risk assessment, and compliance with standards and safety legislation.
• Proven experience in leading small engineering team and delivering outcomes that meet business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline (eg. Mechatronics)
• Registration as a Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ).
• Hold a current unrestricted driver’s licence.

Typical working hours:

• Our standard working hours are 38 hour per work week Monday to Friday.
• Whilst limited, there may be requirement for some pre-planned/occasional ad-hoc travel requirements.

Position Description 

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

Please apply to Principal Electrical Engineer (8959) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Monday 27th January 2025.

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences.  We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Ben Hogan via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Ben Hogan with your specific enquiry on 1800 115 000 or email qrcareers@qr.com.au.  Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.