Senior Telecoms Engineer

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Telecoms Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia.

As a Senior Telecoms Engineer, you will support the design and delivery of communications projects incorporating radio sites, IP network nodes, voice and data communications systems, fibre optic and copper transmission systems, power supply systems, and related ancillary infrastructure.

As part of the engineering design and delivery team, you will be primarily responsible for IP network design, design documentation, configuration development, integration planning, and selected testing activities to support successful project delivery. 

• An engineering degree enabling full membership to Engineers Australia, including eligibility for RPEQ.

• Demonstrated experience in IP network design and implementation, with broad experience delivering complex telecommunications projects in the Australian rail industry or similar critical infrastructure environments.

• Strong capability in Design and Construct methodology, systems engineering concepts, configuration management, implementation planning, and site testing support.

• Proven experience with telecommunications core systems, network management systems, backbone networks, IP/MPLS infrastructure, and associated telecoms infrastructure.

• Ability to prepare high-quality design documentation, reports, test inputs, technical notes, and engineering deliverables that translate complex issues into clear, manageable activities.

• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers, helping ensure design deliverables are completed on time, to quality requirements, and aligned with the project schedule.

• A strong work ethic, proactive approach, and ability to work effectively with internal engineering teams, delivery teams, clients, vendors, and other external stakeholders.

• Ensure project activities, including designs and supporting test documentation, are completed “Right First Time” and contribute to continuous improvement where required.

• CCNP, JNCIS or JNCIP qualified Network Engineer with a minimum of 10+ years’ experience.

• Extensive experience in Cisco routing and switching technologies.

• Strong understanding of IP/MPLS, BGP4, OSPF, network design principles, resiliency, redundancy, QoS, and secure network architecture.

• Experience developing design documents, configuration templates, implementation plans, test plans, and technical assurance documentation.

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive. We’re especially keen to hear from women and people of all genders considering a career in engineering, cybersecurity, and rail technology.