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Senior Signalling Design Engineer
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Designs railway signalling systems and infrastructure, produces signal designs and documentation, leads designers on minor to medium projects, and supports testing and commissioning of signalling systems.
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Senior Signalling Design Engineer
Egis is a leading global organisation in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services. We partner with clients to design, deliver and operate smarter infrastructure and places that respond to the world’s evolving needs.
With more than 22,000 employees worldwide, we combine global capability with strong local insight. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions that help build more balanced, resilient communities.
At Egis, you’ll be part of a business shaping the future of cities, transport, energy and the built environment, creating lasting impact where it matters most.
Egis is looking for a technically excellent Signalling Design Engineer to join our Railways and Systems team. This is an exciting time to join us as we are growing due to recent multiple significant project wins throughout Australia and New Zealand.
As a Signalling Engineer at Egis, you will be responsible for the general signal design, inclusive of production of signal designs and final checking. This role may also participate in independent design review functions and leading designers for minor to medium sized projects.
In this role, you will:
- Design of high-level signalling documentation such as technical requirements; Control tables; Scope of works; Aspect sequence charts; Signalling arrangements; Power calculations; Bonding plans; System architecture; Cable plans; I/O allocations
- Design of infrastructure assets including Trackside signalling infrastructure; SCADA/telemetry systems; Train detection systems; Level crossings; Traction; Vital and non-vital interlocking systems
- Checking high-level signalling documentation and infrastructure assets when required
- Lead a team of designers for minor to medium sized projects as and when required
- Test and commission signalling systems and maintaining signalling and associated supporting systems
- Collaborate and participate in bids/tenders, producing high quality advice and documentation
Qualifications
Ideally, you will have demonstrated 5+ years’ experience in railway signalling with specialist knowledge of conventional signal design and relevant ARTC / MTM / QR signalling competencies.
In addition, you will also have:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or similar)
- Accreditation from Engineers Australia
- Membership with IRSE highly desired
- RPEV registration highly desired
- MTM / QR / ARTC competencies
- Demonstrated experience in railway signalling design with understanding of Australian requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge of Australian railway standards and guidelines and ability to adhere to industry best practices
- Strong planning, organisation and problem solving abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Additional Information
We are open to considering this role on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis. Please let us know of your flexibility requirements.
Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. If you are looking for a new challenge, want to participate growth of a successful business and join a passionate and entrepreneurial team, then don't wait, apply now!
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