Principal & Senior Systems Engineers

Brisbane Permanent View Job Description
The Principal System Engineer / Senior Software Engineer will lead systems and software engineering, integration, and safety assurance across complex rail projects, delivering reliable and compliant solutions throughout the full project lifecycle. This Brisbane‑based contract role suits senior engineers who combine strong technical depth with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary rail and transport environments.
  • Lead critical rail systems delivery.
  • Join a specialist consultancy known for technical excellence and collaboration.

About Our Client

Our client is a major operator in Australia's transport and rail sector, delivering large‑scale, safety‑critical infrastructure programs across metropolitan and regional networks. They are recognised for their strong engineering governance, focus on innovation, and commitment to delivering reliable, future‑ready transport solutions.

The organisation works closely with specialist engineering partners to deliver complex systems spanning signalling, controls, communications and software, offering candidates the opportunity to contribute to nationally significant rail projects within a highly professional environment.

Job Description

  • Lead systems and/or software engineering activities across complex rail and transport projects
  • Manage system requirements, traceability, interfaces and integration across the full project lifecycle
  • Drive delivery of system architecture, functional design and integration outcomes
  • Plan, execute and support factory and site testing, including verification and validation activities
  • Contribute to rail safety assurance activities, including RAMS analysis and safety documentation
  • Apply systems engineering standards and best practices to ensure compliant, reliable solutions
  • Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, processes and methodologies
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, vendors and client stakeholders
  • Prepare clear, concise technical documentation, reports and engineering deliverables
  • Share lessons learned and technical knowledge across projects to improve efficiency and outcomes

The Successful Applicant

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • Degree qualification in Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline
  • Proven experience as a Principal Systems Engineer and/or Senior Software Engineer within rail or transport projects
  • Strong understanding of systems engineering principles across the project lifecycle
  • Experience applying standards such as ISO/IEC 15288 and ISO/IEC 24748‑1 (rail environment preferred)
  • Rail safety assurance experience, including CENELEC standards and safety case development
  • RAMS experience, particularly EN 50126
  • Strong system integration and interface management experience
  • Ability to contribute to verification, validation, factory and site testing activities
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
  • Strong technical documentation and report‑writing skills



Highly Regarded

  • Experience in ETCS and/or CBTC rail environments
  • Background in safety‑critical or mission‑critical software systems
  • Membership or eligibility for professional bodies such as INCOSE, SESA or similar

What's on Offer

  • Additional extensions and potential to go Permanent/full time.
  • Chance to work in a professional and supportive environment in Brisbane.
  • Work with a team of experienced professionals passionate about engineering excellence.



If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Systems Engineer, we encourage you to apply now and be part of a company that values your expertise and innovation.

Contact
AJ Johal
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JN-042026-6997550
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Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Brisbane
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
AJ Johal
Consultant phone
Job Reference
JN-042026-6997550

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