ITS Design Engineer

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

Transport Servicesis a Group within the Department of Transport and Planning, and is responsible for delivering safe, reliable and accessible transport infrastructure and services to all Victorians.

Network Operationsis a Division within the Transport Services Group and is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and reliable operation of Victoria's Transport Network. The division continuously strives for better transport outcomes for all Victorians, every day.

We're focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

About the Role

TheITS Design Engineerposition reports to theTeam Leader, Asset Compliancewithin theTransport Systems Branch. This role is responsible for reviewing and providing expert advice on a range of internal and external project designs—spanning both minor and major works. A key focus will be on collaborating with stakeholders across the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), as well as industry partners, to deliver outcomes that support the state's transport objectives.

The ITS Design Engineer supports the Asset Compliance team by ensuring visibility of project deliverables and aiding delivery teams in achieving acceptance for ongoing maintenance. The role involves working with roadside electrical assets such as traffic signals, street lighting, and intelligent transport systems, while collaborating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders across DTP, MTIA, and industry partners.

This is a technically focused role, ideal for someone who is naturally inquisitive, solution-oriented, and confident in negotiating with stakeholders to drive positive project outcomes.

• Review and provide advice– Various minor and major project designs delivering traffic signals, street lighting, Managed Motorway Arterial ITS, and any other on-road electrical assets for compliance acceptance by ITS Asset Management section. The focus is for ongoing maintenance effectiveness and ease.
• Relationships– Develop, enhance and leverage heathy relationships between ITS Asset Management section and internal and external stakeholders. This includes internal teams and groups, external projects, other Government departments, various private business partners and contractors within the ITS industry. Maintain effective working relationships in support of compliance of ITS standards and specifications, with a view to ongoing maintenance by DTP.
• Negotiations– Negotiate and influence stakeholders to resolve project delivery issues related to the maintainability of ITS assets on the Victorian transport network.
• Professional Judgment– Utilise professional judgement to ensure that relevant standards and specifications are met for delivery of traffic signals, street lighting, ITS and any other on-road electrical assets.
• Occupational Health and Safety– Review and assess project related Occupational Health and Safety requirements and ensure compliance with DYP requirements and procedures. Ensure safety standards are met and there is minimal impact on the surrounding transport network.
• Continuous Improvement– Work proactively with the leadership team and subject matter experts across the department to implement continuous improvement.
• Safety– Promote and support safe, inclusive and flexible team operations.
• In line with Section 31A of the Public Administration Act 2004 (Vic) other duties may be assigned consistent with employment classification, skills, and capabilities

Key Selection Criteria

The candidate will demonstrates strong applied capabilities across several key areas. They will actively build team capability by providing coaching, feedback, and learning opportunities, and consistently develop others' potential. Their communication is clear, structured, and tailored to suit the audience. In project delivery, they effectively define tasks, coordinate activities, and monitor progress to ensure outcomes are achieved. They apply critical thinking to resolve complex issues, drawing on guidelines or collaborative analysis when needed. At a leading level, they manage diverse stakeholder needs and facilitate innovative solutions to address challenges, ensuring productive and strategic engagement across varying interests.

Personal Attributes

On a personal level the candidate will fosters a collaborative culture, promotes information sharing, and encourages cross-team partnerships. They demonstrate resilience by offering honest feedback, constructively responding to criticism, and communicating with confidence and conviction, even when faced with challenges.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• Experience relevant to the demands of the role
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering discipline
• ITS Industry experience in design, delivery, or maintenance
• Eligibility of corporate membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia would be highly regarded.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

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Applications close11.59pmonSunday 10th of August 2025.

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