<ul><li>Join a global, multi-discipline Engineering Consultancy, with on-going career opportunities and development</li><li>Work on major Rail projects across Australia</li><li>Flexible working arrangements – hybrid work model </li></ul> About SMEC SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation With over 16,500 employees working out of 120 offices in 40+ countries throughout Australasia, Asia, the Middle East, UK, Africa, North and South America, we partner with our parent company Surbana Jurong and sister company Robert Bird Group (RBG) to deliver integrated Infrastructure, Urban Development and Management Services expertise to our clients worldwide. The Role SMEC is seeking a Manager – Rail Systems to join our Sydney Rail and Metro team. This position combines technical expertise with engineering management to support the delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects within a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy. The role is responsible for leading multidisciplinary systems integration, engineering assurance, interface management and project delivery across line-wide, station, tunnel and corridor environments. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Provide technical leadership and specialist advice across rail signalling, train control, telecommunications, SCADA, traction power interfaces and multidisciplinary systems integration for major rail infrastructure projects.</li><li>Provide technical direction and collaborate with team members, project contributors and stakeholders to ensure the quality, timely delivery and coordination of project deliverables.</li><li>Review complex rail systems designs and coordinate integration across signalling, rollingstock, electrical, civil and operational disciplines.</li><li>Deliver expert technical advice and ensure engineering analysis and design activities comply with relevant standards, project specifications and client requirements.</li><li>Lead design management and coordinate complex package interfaces to achieve safe, reliable, operable and whole-of-life transport outcomes.</li><li>Develop and maintain client relationships while identifying and pursuing business development opportunities.</li><li>Mentor and develop electrical engineering teams, enhance technical capability and contribute to workforce development and succession planning.</li></ul> About You <ul><li style="color:#0d0d0d !important;">A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent qualification.</li><li style="color:#0d0d0d !important;">More than 12 years of experience in rail systems engineering.</li><li style="color:#0d0d0d !important;">Extensive rail industry experience, with a sound understanding of railway operations, maintenance, asset management, signalling, train control, telecommunications and complex rail systems integration.</li><li style="color:#0d0d0d !important;">Relevant professional registrations and memberships.</li><li style="color:#0d0d0d !important;">A strong understanding of project management principles, governance frameworks and engineering assurance processes.</li><li style="color:#0d0d0d !important;">A proven track record of leading multidisciplinary projects, delivering within budget and meeting client expectations.</li><li style="color:#0d0d0d !important;">Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate teams, project contributors and clients to achieve high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.</li><li style="color:#0d0d0d !important;">Demonstrated business development capability, including identifying opportunities, building client relationships and supporting the growth of engineering services.</li></ul> SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career. As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs. How to Apply To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Awestha Momand - awestha.momand@sjgroup.com All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy with a 70-year history of delivering advanced solutions on a global scale across urban development, infrastructure and management services industries. We are specialists in providing design leadership, consulting and advisory expertise across the roads and highways, rail and metro, aviation, hydropower and renewable energy sectors. SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia&rsquo;s iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Joining the Surbana Jurong Group in 2016, SMEC is part of a family of specialists. We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions that help to connect, move and power people and communities. For the latest news, visit our newsroom www.smec.com/newsroom or read about the innovations and solutions shaping our communities on our Infocus blog www.smec.com/infocus. At SMEC, our global workforce is made up of experts who bring unique talent, experience and passion to their fields. We offer a rewarding career path for enthusiastic and collaborative achievers who are motivated to make a difference. For more information or to view current vacancies visit www.smec.com/careers.

Manager Rail Systems

<ul><li>Join a global, multi-discipline Engineering Consultancy, with on-going career opportunities and development</li><li>Work on major Rail projects across Australia</li><li>Flexible working arrangements – hybrid work model </li></ul> About SMEC SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation With over 16,500 employees working out of 120 offices in 40+ countries throughout Australasia, Asia, the Middle East, UK, Africa, North and South America, we partner with our parent company Surbana Jurong and sister company Robert Bird Group (RBG) to deliver integrated Infrastructure, Urban Development and Management Services expertise to our clients worldwide. The Role SMEC is seeking a Manager – Rail Systems to join our Sydney Rail and Metro team. This position combines technical expertise with engineering management to support the delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects within a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy. The role is responsible for leading multidisciplinary systems integration, engineering assurance, interface management and project delivery across line-wide, station, tunnel and corridor environments. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Provide technical leadership and specialist advice across rail signalling, train control, telecommunications, SCADA, traction power interfaces and multidisciplinary systems integration for major rail infrastructure projects.</li><li>Provide technical direction and collaborate with team members, project contributors and stakeholders to ensure the quality, timely delivery and coordination of project deliverables.</li><li>Review complex rail systems designs and coordinate integration across signalling, rollingstock, electrical, civil and operational disciplines.</li><li>Deliver expert technical advice and ensure engineering analysis and design activities comply with relevant standards, project specifications and client requirements.</li><li>Lead design management and coordinate complex package interfaces to achieve safe, reliable, operable and whole-of-life transport outcomes.</li><li>Develop and maintain client relationships while identifying and pursuing business development opportunities.</li><li>Mentor and develop electrical engineering teams, enhance technical capability and contribute to workforce development and succession planning.</li></ul> About You <ul><li>A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent qualification.</li><li>More than 12 years of experience in rail systems engineering.</li><li>Extensive rail industry experience, with a sound understanding of railway operations, maintenance, asset management, signalling, train control, telecommunications and complex rail systems integration.</li><li>Relevant professional registrations and memberships.</li><li>A strong understanding of project management principles, governance frameworks and engineering assurance processes.</li><li>A proven track record of leading multidisciplinary projects, delivering within budget and meeting client expectations.</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate teams, project contributors and clients to achieve high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.</li><li>Demonstrated business development capability, including identifying opportunities, building client relationships and supporting the growth of engineering services.</li></ul> SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career. As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs. How to Apply To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Awestha Momand - awestha.momand@sjgroup.com All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

Manager Rail Systems

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