Principal Engineer Rail Control Systems

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State Government Of Victoria, Australia Full time
Job posted: 04/06/2024 Organisation: Department of Transport and

Planning Reference: 4124 About the Role This is an ongoing STS role The Principal Engineer for Rail Control Systems is a key position within the Standards and Transport Engineering Branch (STE) of the Assets and Engineering Division (A&E), reporting to the Senior Manager of Rail Engineering.

This role also maintains a direct link to the Chief Engineer - Rail, and the Strategic Advisor for Signalling & Operational Technology, who serves as DTP's key interface with the Strategic Signalling Taskforce (SST) within the Major Transport Infrastructure Authority (MTIA).

This connection is essential for ensuring that our signalling strategies align with broader transportation initiatives.

The Principal Engineer for Rail Control Systems will lead and develop the signalling and rail control technical requirements and standards for DTP, ensuring the successful implementation of this the asset strategy.

The ideal candidate will have several years of leadership and management experience in a rail control systems environment and will provide advice and guidance to the Chief Engineer - Rail, other divisions within DTP, transport operators, and delivery agencies.

The Principal Engineer for Rail Control Systems will provide technical leadership and direction to the Rail Control Systems team.

This includes developing and maintaining core network technical and maintenance requirements, as well as planning and coordinating technical activities to ensure compliance with DTP's standards.

Additionally, this role involves guiding the technical development of signalling and rail control system asset class strategies to guide the future requirements of the Victorian Transport Network.

Moreover, the Principal Engineer will be responsible for investigating, analysing, and resolving technical issues as they arise.

They will represent the Standards and Transport Engineering Branch (STE) in discussions with key internal and external stakeholders, including those at the national level.

The role also entails writing concise and comprehensive reports to effectively communicate technical findings and recommendations.

To provide greater insight into the role the position description can be found here Qualifications and role specific requirements Mandatory Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering or a similar field suitable for recognition Leadership and Management experience in a rail control systems environment How to Apply DTP Employees or DTP Affiliates with Vic Gov People login details click here and log in to begin the application process.

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Applications close 11.59pm on 18 June 2024. For further information about the role please contact Evie Bohan, Senior Manager Rail, via
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