Senior Signalling Design Engineer - Rail Infra (Hybrid)

DT Infrastructure; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DT Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Design Engineer - Signalling to join DT Infrastructure and Alstom on the AUD 1.6B Perth High-Capacity Signalling Project. You will develop, review, and deliver designs, drawings, and specifications for signalling power and LV electrical systems.

A Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and 5+ years in electrical infrastructure design are required. Familiarity with AS/NZS standards and PTA WA guidelines, plus proficiency in MicroStation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience in electrical infrastructure design engineering, specifically LV/ELV or Signalling Power.
• Strong knowledge of Australian rail operational environments, Australian Standards (AS/NZS 3000, AS/RISSB), and Rail Authority guidelines (e.g., PTA WA).
• Proficiency with design and drafting software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, etc.).
• Eligibility for Engineers Australia Chartered Status (CPEng/RPEQ) and RIW accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review design drawings, power calculations, models, specifications, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including signalling, LV electrical, communications, civil, and structures.
• Conduct site inspections, surveys, constructability reviews, and interdisciplinary design reviews (IDR).
• Ensure design compliance with Safety in Design (SiD), WHS legislation, environmental obligations, and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Undertake technical risk assessments, value engineering sessions, and support procurement and construction phases.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to clarify technical requirements and resolve design queries.

Skills

Rail design

Standards knowledge

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Quality management

SiD awareness

RIW eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

DT Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Design Engineer - Signalling to join DT Infrastructure and Alstom on the AUD 1.6B Perth High-Capacity Signalling Project. You will develop, review, and deliver designs, drawings, and specifications for signalling power and LV electrical systems.

A Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and 5+ years in electrical infrastructure design are required. Familiarity with AS/NZS standards and PTA WA guidelines, plus proficiency in MicroStation and