Senior Consultant – Systems Engineering

SYSTRA; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Paid parental leave

Professional memberships coverage

Continuous learning opportunities

Employee referral incentives

Job summary

SYSTRA is seeking a motivated Senior Consultant - Systems Engineering to join their Systems Engineering & Integration team in Melbourne, Australia. This role provides technical support and engineering expertise in modern railway technology, ensuring delivery of safe and reliable technical solutions.

Ideal candidates will have experience in systems engineering, particularly in the railway or similar industries, and a degree in Engineering. SYSTRA offers flexible arrangements and values diversity in their workforce.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in systems engineering within a consulting environment.
• Experience in the railway sector or similar regulated industries.
• Familiarity with V&V processes and safety assurance.
• A degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Chartered status (CPEng) or INCOSE certification is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Apply systems engineering processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Capture and maintain traceable requirements for rail systems.
• Support development of system architectures and functional requirements.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces between subsystems.
• Contribute to Verification & Validation (V&V) activities.
• Assist in safety and reliability activities.
• Support project management tasks and track progress.
• Produce high-quality technical documentation.
• Contribute to tenders and bids with technical input.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Systems engineering

Technical documentation

Requirements management

Safety assurance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

DOORS

DOORS Next Gen

Job description

Context

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.

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated professional to join our Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) team as a Senior Consultant - Systems Engineering. In this role, you will provide essential technical support and engineering expertise to help navigate the complexities of modern railway technology. You will work within multidisciplinary teams to deliver technical solutions that are safe, reliable, and aligned with our clients' needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner looking to deepen their technical consulting skills while contributing to high-profile infrastructure projects under the guidance of industry experts.

Mission / Main Duties

• Apply systems engineering processes throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring work aligns with ISO/IEC 15288 and 24748-1 standards.
• Capture and maintain traceable requirements for rail systems using tools such as DOORS, DOORS Next Gen, or equivalent software.
• Support the development of system architectures and functional requirements derived from client and operational needs.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces between subsystems, including signalling, telecommunications, and power, to ensure seamless integration.
• Contribute to Verification & Validation (V&V) activities, assisting in the execution of plans to verify that system requirements are met.
• Assist in safety and reliability activities, participating in FMEA/FMECA, hazard workshops, and RAM analyses.
• Support project management tasks, including tracking progress against schedules, monitoring deliverables, and providing status updates.
• Produce high-quality technical documentation, such as technical reports, memos, and requirement specifications.
• Contribute to tenders and bids by providing technical input and assisting in the development of methodologies.
• Engage in continuous professional development, sharing knowledge within the team and applying innovative approaches to problem-solving.

Profile / Skills

• Extensive experience in an engineering or consulting environment, with a focus on systems engineering.
• Experience within the railway sector or a similar highly regulated industry (e.g., Defence, Aerospace, or Energy).
• Practical understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle and experience with requirements management tools.
• Familiarity with V&V processes and an interest in safety assurance and risk assessment methodologies.
• A proven ability to manage individual tasks effectively, meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards of quality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders.
• A proactive team player who is eager to learn from senior mentors and contribute to a positive team culture.
• A degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Chartered status (CPEng) and/or INCOSE certification (ASEP/CSEP) is highly regarded, but not mandatory.
• Strong analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach to solving technical challenges.

Benefits Of Working At SYSTRA

At SYSTRA, we prioritise the well-being and professional growth of our employees by offering a comprehensive range of benefits. We’re committed to nurturing your career development, providing ongoing support for obtaining Chartership status and providing access to continuous learning opportunities. Furthermore, we cover the costs of professional memberships and subscriptions, ensuring you stay connected to industry developments. Recognising the importance of maintaining a healthy work‑life balance, we offer flexible working arrangements and generous paid parental leave. Our inclusive workplace culture, endorsed by Work180, celebrates diversity and values every individual's unique contribution. To further demonstrate our appreciation for our team members, we offer attractive employee referral incentives as a token of recognition for their valuable contributions.

At SYSTRA ANZ, we value diversity of thought and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders and people from diverse backgrounds.

Our values are centred around Connected Teams, Excellence, and Bold Leadership.