Project Engineers Commissioning

About Us

Network Rail Consulting (NRC) is the international consultancy arm of Network Rail, the owner and operator of Britain's railway. Since 2013, we've delivered over 200 consultancy contracts across Australia, the Middle East, and North America, supporting government agencies, public and private organisations, and passenger and freight operators.

Our reputation is built on consistently high levels of client satisfaction and technical expertise. We are driven by our core values: passion, agility, collaboration, and impartiality.

We offer a competitive and flexible employee experience, including:

• Highly competitive market rate salaries
• Performance-related bonus incentive scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement (25 days per annum)
• Above award Parental Leave program
• Life Insurance & Total Permanent Disability cover
• Novated car leasing arrangements
• Career development pathways
• Learning & development programs
• Rewards Gateway employee discounts
• Flexible working arrangements

About the opportunities

NRC Australia is currently hiring Project Engineers at various levels with proven experience in commissioning digital and/or conventional signalling projects to join our growing team in Sydney, working on the transformative Digital Systems Program with our client Transport for NSW.

Depending on your experience, you'll play a key role in either leading or supporting the development, delivery, and acceptance of a diverse portfolio of engineering systems during the commissioning phase. As part of the commissioning team, you will contribute to the delivery of management plans, assurance documentation, site-specific procedures, and certification required to hand over the system for revenue service.

You'll collaborate closely with the Technical Engineering Lead and Commissioning Manager to ensure all sub-systems including Trackside, Traffic Management System (TMS), Fixed Telecommunications Network (FTN), Digital Train Radio System (DTRS), Onboard systems, Automatic Train Operation (ATO), and legacy infrastructure are fully prepared for Entry into Service in accordance with NSW procedures and standards.

What you will be involved in:

• Deliver the requirements of the Digital Systems Program in line with client and business needs.
• Lead or support the Commissioning workstream, owning functional deliverables and interfaces to meet key milestones.
• Provide technical guidance for the Commissioning package and ensure integration across all sub-systems.
• Interpret technical requirements to ensure compliance with design, standards, and industry best practices.
• Implement operational specifications, policies, and procedures for safe and efficient commissioning.
• Ensure all commissioning deliverables meet quality standards and timelines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver an integrated solution aligned with client expectations.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

• Strong understanding of NSW standards and procedures for inspection, testing, and commissioning of new or modified signalling systems.
• Knowledge of one or more of the following sub-systems ETCS, TMS, FTN, DTRS, ATO, Onboard.
• Proven experience commissioning digital and/or conventional signalling projects.
• Extensive engineering background in signalling projects.
• Demonstrated success in delivering rail projects on time.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when engaging with stakeholders across disciplines.
• Well-developed report writing skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines under pressure.

Desirable:

• Progress toward chartered or incorporated engineering status.
• Membership in a relevant professional body.
• Experience in the development and entry into service phase of new rail infrastructure.
• Familiarity with the Australian rail industry.

Sound interesting?

Apply today and our Talent Acquisition team will review your application in due course.

Employment Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia. This includes Australian citizens, permanent residents, or individuals holding a valid work visa. For international candidates or Network Rail secondees, NRC may offer sponsorship to suitably qualified individuals with relevant and demonstrated experience.

All employment offers are subject to satisfactory police checks, professional reference checks, and verification of qualifications, where applicable.

NRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or veteran status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation