Rail Signalling Design Engineer — Lead Projects & Innovation

Egis Group; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Group in Adelaide is seeking a Signalling Design Engineer to join our Railways and Systems team. You will produce signal designs, interpret standards, and potentially lead designers on projects across Australia and New Zealand.

Ideally you bring 5+ years in railway signalling, engineering qualifications, and accreditation with Engineers Australia. The role supports bid work and offers flexibility with full-time, part-time, or job-share arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in railway signalling
• Knowledge of Australian railway standards and guidelines
• Ability to interpret signalling principles and design documentation
• Experience in leading designers for minor to medium sized projects
• Experience with testing and commissioning signalling systems

Responsibilities

• Design high-level signalling documentation (requirements, tables, scope, charts, arrangements, power, bonding, architecture, cable plans)
• Design infrastructure assets (Trackside, SCADA/telemetry, train detection, level crossings)
• Check documentation and assets as required
• Lead a team of designers for projects
• Test and commission signalling systems and related support systems
• Collaborate on bids/tenders and provide high-quality documentation

Skills

Railway signalling

Signal design

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics)

Accreditation from Engineers Australia

IRSE membership

ARTEC/QR competencies

Job description

Egis Group in Adelaide is seeking a Signalling Design Engineer to join our Railways and Systems team. You will produce signal designs, interpret standards, and potentially lead designers on projects across Australia and New Zealand.

Ideally you bring 5+ years in railway signalling, engineering qualifications, and accreditation with Engineers Australia. The role supports bid work and offers flexibility with full-time, part-time, or job-share arrangements.