Mechanical Engineer – Rail Fleet Modernisation & Growth

Queensland Rail

City of Brisbane

On-site

AUD 107,000 - 145,000

Full time

7 days ago
Be an early applicant
Application generator

Stand out for this role — generate a tailored resume and cover letter in about a minute.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms
Tools
Training & mentoring
Flexible work-life balance
Career growth opportunities
Off-street parking

Job summary

Queensland Rail is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Citytrain Rollingstock Engineering team in Queensland. You will help maintain, modernise and improve the trains that move millions across South East Queensland.

The role blends office-based engineering with hands-on depot exposure and offers a base salary of $126,435 plus 12.75% superannuation. You will analyse performance, solve engineering problems and support maintenance teams while collaborating with stakeholders to optimise fleet

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
  • At least one year of engineering experience.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills.
  • Australian working rights for this permanent role is required.

Responsibilities

  • Support the maintenance, overhaul and modernisation of rail vehicles.
  • Investigate technical issues and implement engineering solutions.
  • Analyse asset performance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Provide engineering support to maintenance and trade teams.
  • Conduct inspections, audits and risk assessments to support safe operations.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise fleet performance and reliability.

Skills

Problem solving
Collaboration
Analytical skills
Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Queensland Rail is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Citytrain Rollingstock Engineering team in Queensland. You will help maintain, modernise and improve the trains that move millions across South East Queensland.

The role blends office-based engineering with hands-on depot exposure and offers a base salary of $126,435 plus 12.75% superannuation. You will analyse performance, solve engineering problems and support maintenance teams while collaborating with stakeholders to optimise fleet

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer

Queensland Rail • City of Brisbane

On-site
AUD 107,000 - 145,000
Uniforms
Tools
Training & mentoring
+3
Senior Mechanical Engineer – Rail Rollingstock Overhaul
Senior Mechanical Engineer – Rail Rollingstock Overhaul

Queensland Rail • City of Brisbane

On-site
AUD 144,000 - 154,000
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional development opportunities
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Senior Mechanical Engineer

Queensland Rail • City of Brisbane

On-site
AUD 144,000 - 154,000
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional development opportunities
Rail Civil Engineer — Hybrid Work, Regional Impact
Rail Civil Engineer — Hybrid Work, Regional Impact

Queensland Rail • Townsville City

Hybrid
AUD 126,000 - 134,000
Hybrid work from home
Relocation package available
Professional development support
+1
Rail & Mechanised Systems Engineer – Entry Level
Rail & Mechanised Systems Engineer – Entry Level

Aurizon • Rockhampton Regional

On-site
AUD 90,000 - 120,000
Development opportunities
Mentoring programs
Flexible work arrangements
+1
Principal Track Engineer
Principal Track Engineer

Queensland Rail • City of Brisbane

On-site
AUD 180,000 - 230,000
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Rail & Rolling Stock (Hybrid)
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Rail & Rolling Stock (Hybrid)

AtkinsRéalis • City of Brisbane

Hybrid
AUD 140,000 - 190,000
Hybrid work options
Career development
Rail Maintenance Engineering Manager - Fleet Reliability
Rail Maintenance Engineering Manager - Fleet Reliability

Alstom • Ipswich City

On-site
AUD 180,000 - 240,000
Parental leave
Salary continuance insurance
Novated leasing
+3
Rail Mechanical Engineer I — Innovation & Impact
Rail Mechanical Engineer I — Innovation & Impact

PageUp People Limited • Rockhampton Regional

On-site
AUD 90,000 - 120,000
Development opportunities
Mentoring programs
Flexible work arrangements
+1
Civil Engineer
Civil Engineer

Queensland Rail • Townsville City

On-site
AUD 126,000 - 134,000
Hybrid work from home
Relocation package available
Professional development support
+1