Experienced Civil Engineer | National Rail Projects

Systra; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Salary benefits

Novated leasing

Wellbeing support

Parental leave

Life insurance

EAP access

Professional memberships

Learning opportunities

Chartered status

Career recognition

Job summary

SYSTRA is seeking a Civil Engineer to join the Rail Infrastructure team in Newcastle, Australia, delivering complex rail and civil projects across the full project lifecycle. You will contribute to design, documentation and multidisciplinary coordination on major rail programs with a clear pathway toward Chartership and leadership.

You’ll work on rail alignment, earthworks, drainage, and corridor design while collaborating with signalling, structural, geotechnical and electrical teams in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience delivering rail infrastructure projects in heavy rail, light rail or metro environments.
• Strong capability in rail alignment, earthworks, drainage and corridor design.
• Local experience applying Australian rail standards with ARTC, TfNSW and/or Queensland Rail
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well across multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Rail alignment design including horizontal and vertical geometry.
• Civil design for earthworks, drainage, access roads and corridor infrastructure.
• Concept, detailed design and construction documentation.
• Multidisciplinary coordination with signalling, structural, geotechnical and electrical teams.
• Safety in Design reviews and development of practical, constructible solutions.
• Technical reviews, design documentation and quality assurance.

Skills

Rail infrastructure

Rail alignment design

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil

Tools

12d

Bentley OpenRail Designer

Autodesk Civil 3D

MicroStation

ProjectWise

Job description

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

Our recent acquisition of BG&E marks an exciting new chapter in our growth across Australia and New Zealand, creating even greater opportunities for our people as we expand our local presence and capability.

Context

Work on major rail projects without the Sydney grind

Have you ever considered leaving the city life behind without limiting your career? Join our Newcastle team and deliver nationally significant rail and civil infrastructure projects while enjoying coastal living, shorter commutes and a better work-life balance.

This opportunity suits a Civil Engineer with rail experience who is looking for major project exposure, technical challenge and a clear pathway to Chartership and leadership.

What you’ll enjoy

• Major project exposureacross freight and passenger rail infrastructure
• Newcastle lifestylewith coastal living and less time commuting
• Strong project pipelinebacked by long-term rail programs
• Career developmentwith support toward Chartership and leadership
• Collaborative culturethat values flexibility and work-life balance

Missions/Main Duties

The role

As a Civil Engineer in our Rail Infrastructure team, you’ll play a key role in the design and delivery of complex rail and civil projects across the full project lifecycle.

You’ll be involved in:

• Rail alignment design including horizontal and vertical geometry
• Civil design for earthworks, drainage, access roads and corridor infrastructure
• Concept, detailed design and construction documentation
• Multidisciplinary coordination with signalling, structural, geotechnical and electrical teams
• Safety in Design reviews and development of practical, constructible solutions
• Technical reviews, design documentation and quality assurance

Profile/Skills

What we’re looking for

You’ll be a qualified Civil Engineer with proven rail infrastructure experience and a strong understanding of rail engineering principles, standards and project delivery.

To be successful, you’ll bring

• Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Experience delivering rail infrastructure projects in heavy rail, light rail or metro environments
• Strong capability in rail alignment, earthworks, drainage and corridor design
• Local experience applying Australian rail standards with experience working withARTC, TfNSWand/orQueensland Rail
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well across multidisciplinary teams

Highly regarded

• CPEngor currently working toward Chartership
• Experience in consulting, contractor or client-side rail environments
• Knowledge of brownfield rail design and constructability
• Experience with12d, Bentley OpenRail Designer, Autodesk Civil 3D, MicroStationorProjectWise

Benefits to support your career and work-life balance

We offer a supportive environment where you can grow your career while maintaining balance and flexibility.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary and financial benefits
• Salary sacrificing and novated leasing
• Wellbeing support, parental leave, life insurance and income protection
• EAP access, fitness sessions and free flu vaccinations
• Learning and development opportunities
• Paid Chartered Engineer status and professional memberships
• Recognition programs and long-term career support

Gender Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality is part of our DNA. We value people for who they are and foster a culture where everyone feels respected, included and supported to bring their full selves to work. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and encourage an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Wellbeing and Safety

We provide collaborative working environments that support the safety and wellbeing of our people and stakeholders. We are committed to reducing risk, strengthening our safety systems and continuously improving performance.

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.

Workplace Type

Hybrid