SYSTRA is a global engineering consultancy that provides services across transportation, technology, and security sectors. With more than 10,000 professional employees, our engineering capabilities ensure we deliver world-class, safe and sustainable solutions to projects around the world.

When you join SYSTRA ANZ you can expect to be part of a connected, passionate team that are motivated to find innovative solutions. SYSTRA ANZ is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values difference. We provide a collaborative environment, supporting our employees to achieve career goals and maximise their potential.

The Opportunity:
The Principal Design Engineer /Project Manager will be client-facing and responsible for undertaking and overseeing significant civil and/or structural design work for rail infrastructure projects. This will involve leveraging your extensive technical expertise and the support of our global technical network. This role also offers a significant opportunity to develop and apply project management skills, contributing to the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion and fostering business growth in a relatively autonomous capacity within the Western Australian market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and undertake detailed civil and/or structural design for a range of rail infrastructure projects, including but not limited to track alignment, drainage, earthworks, bridges, stations, and associated structures.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers and design teams.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant Australian and New Zealand codes, standards (including AS/NZS, ARTC, PTA, and other relevant rail authority standards), and accreditation processes.
• Oversee and manage the technical aspects of project delivery, ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Act as a key client interface, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, design drawings, and other project documentation.
• Contribute to and lead design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering exercises.
• Implement and monitor rigorous quality control and assurance processes throughout the design lifecycle.
• Utilize your developing project management skills to assist in project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and progress monitoring.
• Actively contribute to business development activities, including preparing proposals, identifying new project opportunities, and representing SYSTRA ANZ at industry events.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, both locally and within SYSTRA's global network.

Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in rail engineering and design.

Required Qualifications:

• 8 to 15 years of post-graduate experience in civil and/or structural design within the infrastructure sector.
• Chartered Engineer status (CPEng, NER or equivalent) or actively working towards achieving it is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable local civil design experience within Australia or New Zealand, including a strong understanding and application of relevant codes, standards (e.g., AS/NZS, Austroads, relevant rail authority standards), and accreditation processes. Specific experience in Western Australia will be highly regarded.
• Preferred: Significant experience in the design of rail infrastructure. Experience in road, utilities, or mining infrastructure projects will also be highly regarded.
• Proven experience in a client-facing role with excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience in quality control and assurance processes, ensuring design integrity and compliance.
• Exposure to and aptitude for project management principles and practices. Candidates with formal project management qualifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or a strong desire to develop in this area are encouraged to apply.
• Experience or a keen interest in business development, including tender preparation and client relationship management.
• Proficiency in relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, 12d, CulvertMaster, HEC-RAS, SpaceGass, Strand7, or similar).

Benefits of working at SYSTRA:

SYSTRA ANZ offers a range of benefits to our employees. We provide ongoing opportunities for professional development, including support to obtain Chartership status, and continuous learning and development programs. Additionally, we cover the cost of professional memberships and subscriptions. We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working options, as well as paid parental leave. Our workplace culture values diversity and inclusivity, and we are proud to be Work 180 endorsed. We also offer generous employee referral incentives to reward and recognize our employees.

At SYSTRA ANZ we value diversity of thought and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders and people from diverse backgrounds.

Application Process:

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