Engineer / Senior Engineer (Traffic Systems)

City of Ipswich; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12.5% superannuation

Inclusive workplace culture

Health and wellbeing program

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

Salary packaging options

Job summary

City of Ipswich is seeking an Engineer/Senior Engineer (Traffic Systems) to lead the operational management of the city’s intelligent transport systems and drive innovative solutions for safer, more efficient network performance.

You will monitor ITS performance, deliver ITS projects, and resolve enquiries related to traffic signals and parking systems while contributing to transport policies and funding submissions. This is a permanent full-time role in Ipswich.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in electrical or civil engineering or substantial equivalent experience.
• Experience in intelligent transport systems control, management and operating systems.
• RPEQ is desirable.
• Current C Class Queensland driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Actively monitor and continuously improve the city's intelligent transport systems to support safe and efficient transport outcomes across the road network.
• Identify, scope and deliver intelligent transport system projects.
• Investigate and resolve enquiries relating to traffic signals, parking management system and ITS technologies.
• Contribute to transport policies, strategies, studies, projects and funding submissions.
• Represent council at meetings, workshops and other forums.

Skills

Intelligent transport systems

Traffic signals operations

Collaboration and communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or civil engineering

RPEQ (desirable)

C Class Queensland driver’s licence

Job description

About the role

Join our Transport and Traffic team as Engineer/Senior Engineer (Traffic Systems) and play a key role in shaping the future of Ipswich's transport network. You will lead the operational management of the city's intelligent transport systems, driving innovative solutions that enhance safety, efficiency and network performance. Your expertise will help deliver smart, future-focused transport outcomes that keep our community moving.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Actively monitor and continuously improve the city's intelligent transport systems to support safe and efficient transport outcomes across the city's road network
• Identify, scope and deliver intelligent transport system projects
• Investigate and resolve enquiries relating to traffic signals, parking management system and other ITS technologies
• Contribute to the development and implementation of transport policies, strategies, studies, projects, and funding submissions
• Represent council at meetings, workshops and other forums

View the position description for more details about the role.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary Qualifications in electrical or civil engineering, or substantial equivalent experience in a similar role
• Experience in intelligent transport systems control, management, and operating systems
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is desirable
• Current C Class Queensland drivers licence
• Belief in our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership

About the benefits

This is a permanent full-time position with a salary commencing at $106,570 plus 12.5% superannuation.

• Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
• Work/Life balance: Flex time and a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
• Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
• Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
• Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
• Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
• Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

About us

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state's fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities. Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision: Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people. If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

Closing date: 26 October 2026

Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.