Senior Telecoms Engineer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance reviews

Professional development and training

Health and Wellbeing initiatives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Extra days off for holidays

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a Senior Telecoms Engineer in Perth, Australia. The role covers design, documentation and delivery of IP networks for rail telecommunications projects, with a focus on high-quality design outputs and coordinating across teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in telecoms, CCNP/JNCIP, and strong IP/MPLS knowledge, and will mentor engineers while ensuring on-time project delivery.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree enabling full membership to Engineers Australia and eligibility for RPEQ.
• Experience delivering complex telecommunications projects in rail or critical infrastructure.
• Ability to produce high-quality design documentation and test plans.
• Strong leadership and collaboration across internal teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver IP networks for telecommunications projects.
• Prepare design documentation, configuration templates, and test plans.
• Lead engineers and coordinate with delivery teams and stakeholders to meet schedules.

Skills

IP network design

Cisco routing & switching

IP/MPLS, BGP4, OSPF

Network design documentation

Design and Construct methodology

Mentoring engineers

Project delivery coordination

CCNP/JNCIP qualified

Education

Engineering degree eligible for Engineers Australia/RPEQ

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description:

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Telecoms Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Perth, Australia.

Key accountabilities:

As a Senior Telecoms Engineer, you will support the design and delivery of communications projects incorporating radio sites, IP network nodes, voice and data communications systems, fibre optic and copper transmission systems, power supply systems, and related ancillary infrastructure.

As part of the engineering design and delivery team, you will be primarily responsible for IP network design, design documentation, configuration development, integration planning, and selected testing activities to support successful project delivery.

Required skills and knowledge:

• An engineering degree enabling full membership to Engineers Australia, including eligibility for RPEQ.
• Demonstrated experience in IP network design and implementation, with broad experience delivering complex telecommunications projects in the Australian rail industry or similar critical infrastructure environments.
• Strong capability in Design and Construct methodology, systems engineering concepts, configuration management, implementation planning, and site testing support.
• Proven experience with telecommunications core systems, network management systems, backbone networks, IP/MPLS infrastructure, and associated telecoms infrastructure.
• Ability to prepare high-quality design documentation, reports, test inputs, technical notes, and engineering deliverables that translate complex issues into clear, manageable activities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers, helping ensure design deliverables are completed on time, to quality requirements, and aligned with the project schedule.
• A strong work ethic, proactive approach, and ability to work effectively with internal engineering teams, delivery teams, clients, vendors, and other external stakeholders.
• Ensure project activities, including designs and supporting test documentation, are completed “Right First Time” and contribute to continuous improvement where required.
• CCNP, JNCIS or JNCIP qualified Network Engineer with a minimum of 10+ years’ experience.
• Extensive experience in Cisco routing and switching technologies.
• Strong understanding of IP/MPLS, BGP4, OSPF, network design principles, resiliency, redundancy, QoS, and secure network architecture.
• Experience developing design documents, configuration templates, implementation plans, test plans, and technical assurance documentation.

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive. We’re especially keen to hear from women and people of all genders considering a career in engineering, cybersecurity, and rail technology.

What we offer:

• Annual performance, development, and salary review process.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Salary continuance.
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year (incl. flu vaccinations).
• Employee Assistance Program (employees and family).
• Days off per year sponsored by the company in addition to the statutory public holidays and leave entitlements.
• Invitation to attend and participate in Company sponsored social events throughout the year.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.