Wayside and On-Board Service Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Continuance Insurance

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking a Wayside and On-Board Service Engineer for Brisbane-based on-site maintenance, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting of rail systems. You will ensure safety and compliance while delivering timely reports and data analysis.

The role requires a robust Electrical Trade qualification (Certificate III) and a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (RPEQ desirable), with 2–5 years in rail or related fields.

Qualifications

• Electrical trades qualification required; degree in electrical engineering preferred.
• RPEQ certification desirable for the role.
• 2–5 years of rail or similar industry experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site maintenance activities on Hitachi Rail systems.
• Monitor and report on-site system performance.
• Conduct first-level troubleshooting on-site when issues arise.
• Log data and download dump files from equipment for analysis.
• Ensure compliance with OHS and STS HSMS on-site.

Skills

Electrical trade qualification

Electrical engineering degree

RPEQ

Rail experience

Test equipment

ERP

Configuration management tools

Microsoft Office

Database tools

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Configuration management tools

Database tools

Test equipment (multimeters, insulation meters)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location:Brisbane, Queensland, AustraliaJob ID:R0150007Date Posted:2026-10-27Company Name:HITACHI RAIL STS AUSTRALIA PTY LTDProfession (Job Category):Job Schedule:Full timeWork Arrangement:About UsA 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 Wayside and On-Board Service 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 Wulkuraka, Queensland .Key Responsibilities:Ensure the execution of maintenance activities on site in accordance with the contractual KPIsEnsure monitoring, analysing and reporting on-site system performanceEnsure the execution of first level of troubleshooting on site in case of issuesEnsure logs and dump files download from on-site equipment and provide first level of analysisEnsure monitoring of the day-to-day maintenance performance and provide technical reporting to the Client.Ensure the execution of on-site maintenance task ensuring the application of OHS and STS HSMS rulesEnsure the availability of local stock and repair process activationSkills & Experience:Electrical Trade qualification (i.e. Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician) is essentialBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar field, including RPEQ, is desirable2-5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in the Rail Signal industry with demonstrated capability and skills in:Electrical equipment and high-risk environmentsUse of Test equipment (e.g. Digital and Analog multi-meters, insulation meters, etc.)Use of Computer based test softwareProficient with the Microsoft Office SuiteKnowledge of Incident/accident investigationKnowledge of ERP and Configuration Management toolsKnowledge of Database toolsAt 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.What we offer:Be part of a Global Company that offers a great work life balance.Many opportunities to progress your career with training and development available.Salary Continuance Insurance#LI_RG2Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers .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.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail