Design Engineer

Organisation/Entity: Sydney Trains

Job category: Engineering

Job location:
Auburn, NSW, AU, 2144

Job reference number: 101500

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $ $

You see the big picture, you've always worked on a grand scale, and now you're ready to re-focus on grand impact.

You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.

In this role, you'll:

Work as part of the Rolling Stock Mechanical Design (RSMD) Door and Body Systems (DBS) team within the Engineering & Maintenance division at Sydney Trains. You'll contribute to the design, development, and assurance of mechanical systems for passenger trains, helping to ensure our fleet is safe, efficient, and reliable for the people of NSW.

Under the guidance of Principal Engineers, Group Leaders and other engineers, you'll deliver mechanical and systems design support across the asset lifecycle—from feasibility studies and detailed CAD designs to third-party reviews and on-site support.

You'll use modern design tools like CAD, FEA, and fracture mechanics packages, and apply robust engineering standards to create practical and cost-effective solutions.

Your work will also extend to technical investigations, system upgrades, and assisting in the assessment of designs by external vendors. Whether you're in the design office or out in the field, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of Sydney's rolling stock.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description.

About you

You'll have tertiary qualifications in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering and bring experience in design or maintenance of mechanical systems—ideally in a rail or transport context.

You're confident in applying engineering principles to real-world challenges, and you thrive in a team that values collaboration, innovation, and high standards of technical integrity.

Your ability to communicate across stakeholders—from technical teams to project managers—combined with your knowledge of current standards, asset lifecycle thinking, and problem-solving mindset, will ensure your success in this role.

This is a permanent RC5-grade opportunity based at Clyde, with a hybrid work arrangement. You'll be expected to attend the office or work on-site as required by business needs.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

At Sydney Trains, our rail services keep Sydney moving by putting our customers at the centre of everything we do. We work with our local communities to deliver safe, timely and efficient rail services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Our trains and network are evolving to meet the needs of our customers now and well into the future. We're continuing to integrate technological innovations that help us deliver a smarter and more sustainable network.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team's home base location with remote days.

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now

Applications close: 11:59 pm Friday 5 September 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact FRANCIS..NSW.GOV.AU.

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