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Form of workCompany description:
Queensland Rail's purpose is to provide a customer-focused, safe, reliable, on-time, value for money rail service that benefits the community, supports industry and is integrated with the public transport system. The organisation's vision is connecting communities through a modern, world-class rail service.
Job description:
Queensland Rail has a rare opportunity for a fixed term Queensland Rail employment contract to July 2025 within the exciting role of Senior Electrical Design Engineerwithin our Rollingstock Specialist Engineering team.
The team along with this role are primarily responsible for performing electrical engineering design functions of Low Voltage (LV) and Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems for rollingstock power and control systems, to improve the safety and performance of rollingstock and to ensure rollingstock availability, reliability and cost effectiveness.
This role is a hands-on Design Engineering role, working with a team of professional Rollingstock Electrical Design Engineers.
A typical day in this role will involve a mix of tasks such as:
- Design of Low Voltage (LV) and Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems for rollingstock power and control systems.
- Conduct tests and analysis to make recommendations to improve the reliability and performance of rollingstock and associated equipment.
- Develop design and modification documentation to the required standards, following design control procedures.
- Manage modifications to parts and equipment, including problem solving and fault finding.
- Liaise with technical, trade and other Queensland Rail staff regarding rollingstock modification issues.
- Provide technical assistance and advice to Rollingstock Maintenance.
We are inviting applications from candidates who have:
- Demonstrated senior level experience within Electrical Design Engineering working with Low Voltage (LV) and Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems.
- Extensive skill in undertaking technical investigations, tests, problem solving trial modifications and preparation of technical reports.
- Previous electrical engineering experience within rollingstock or other heavy industry would be highly desirable.
- Demonstrate skill in quality improvement principles in relation to reliability and performance.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to be able to support a wide range of business stakeholders as well as other engineering teams.
Formal qualification and other requirements:
Candidates at the time of application will be able to demonstrate that they currently hold the below qualifications and meet the employment eligibility requirements:
Hold a Professional Bachelor of Engineering Electrical qualification which is recognised under the Washington Accord or demonstrated by ‘an entry to practice competently' having been awarded to you by Engineers Australia and accepted by Queensland Rail.
Due to the timeline of the requirements for this role, we will only be able to accept candidates with unrestricted eligibility to the be employed within Australia.
Location/hours:
- This role is predominately based in Bowen Hills/Mayne, just outside Brisbane CBD.
- Our standard working hours are 38 hour per work week Monday to Friday, however whilst limited, there may be requirement for some pre-planned/occasional ad-hoc weekend work or outside hours work to support commissioning of design works. Compensation for approved outside hours work applies.
For further information about this role please also read the Position Description
Why Queensland Rail?
Queensland Rail is one of the largest employers in Queensland. Our diverse range of roles and locations mean that we have a unique opportunity to employ dedicated team members from a variety of backgrounds and skill sets.
If you thrive in an environment where motivation, teamwork and forward thinking are paramount, then a career with Queensland Rail could be the right step for you.
Lifestyle and Benefits:
- Flexible working options to support the balance between work and personal commitments.
- Free Citytrain travel to and from your office location + other free or discounted SEQ rail travel.
- Queensland Rail fixed term employment to July 2025.
- Commensurate annual base salary between $138,900 - $148,600 + Superannuation.
- Access to holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs.
- 4 weeks annual leave and annual leave loading for roles under standard Enterprise Agreements.
- Professional development opportunity and exposure to one of the largest employers in Queensland.
- Access to other competitive Employee Benefits + 1 Team Values, Diverse and Inclusive working environment.
Sounds great, what next?
Please apply to Senior Electrical Design Engineer (6645) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) 28th March 2024.
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 Cynthia Mackenzie via the phone number or email below.
Applicants for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing if progressed through the recruitment processes. 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. For roles that have pre-employment qualifications, QR will also be required to do formal qualification verification processes to ensure qualifications align to QR's requirements. Multiple vacancies may also apply to this advertisement.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Cynthia Mackenzie with your specific enquiry via ***************@qr.com.au Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
