Sr Traffic Systems Engineer

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Kapsch Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Kapsch is one of Austria's most successful global technology companies. With its comprehensive ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) portfolio, Kapsch is actively addressing the challenges of the present and the future with intelligent mobility solutions in a wide range of application areas. As a family-owned company founded in 1892 and headquartered in Vienna, Kapsch can look back on 130 years of experience with the future.

Are you passionate about transforming urban mobility through cutting-edge technology? At Kapsch, we are looking for a
Senior Traffic Systems Engineer
to lead the design, modelling, and implementation of traffic solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and performance across urban networks in the APAC region.

Your responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end traffic system projects, including design, configuration, testing, implementation, and upgrades.
  • Integrate Kapsch software with SCATS systems and optimise urban traffic network performance.
  • Collaborate with Global Application Centers to review and improve system designs.
  • Coordinate engineering activities, supervise contractors, and engage directly with customers.
  • Manage technical issues and project reporting across internal and external stakeholders.
  • Develop and execute system testing, training materials, and operator training.
  • Support design documentation and resource estimation for customer proposals.
  • Participate in project scoping and cross-functional resource planning.
  • Maintain strong technical skills in Linux, networking, scripting, databases, and Microsoft tools.
  • Ensure compliance with engineering and HSSEQ standards, while driving process improvements.
  • Deliver technical presentations, represent company interests, and identify opportunities for innovation.

Your profile:

  • Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
    • 5 years of experience in traffic engineering, with a strong focus on urban traffic management.
  • Proven experience with SCATS configuration, operation, troubleshooting, and integration with third-party systems.
  • Experience working in the APAC region, with knowledge of Australian traffic engineering standards and local council regulations.
  • Understanding of TCP/IP, serial communication, and ITS network protocols.
  • Experience with traffic simulation tools such as Aimsun, SIDRA, or VISSIM.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or Python for traffic data analysis and performance insights.
  • Knowledge of secure access protocols, user authentication, and system hardening practices.
  • Valid Australian driver's license.

How to apply:

We welcome all applicants with the required qualifications including Australia's first peoples and those on bridging visa and permanent resident visa. Candidates progressing to the pre-employment stage must present evidence of right to work in Australia and consent to obtaining additional checks that may include identity, verification, reference checks, criminal background checks, visa/immigration checks, and verification of academic qualifications.

If this sounds like an opportunity that suits you, please click the link below to apply. We look forward to receiving your interest

Please no agency applications.

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