Design Engineer

You’re willing to try complex and diverse work.

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:

Join the dynamic and collaborative Electrical & Traction Systems team within the Rolling Stock and Mechanical Design (RSMD) unit, where you’ll apply your Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering expertise to deliver safe, reliable, and maintainable rail systems.

You’ll support a broad range of design activities, from concept development and feasibility studies through to detailed systems design, design reviews, and on-site project support. Your work will span both electrical and electronic systems, reflecting the integrated nature of modern rail technologies.

Working alongside Senior Design Engineers, you’ll provide technical and systems advice across the business, using tools such as CAD, FEA, and control systems modelling to develop high-quality, compliant designs.

You’ll also play a key role in supporting asset assurance activities, assisting in investigations into system or component failures, and working closely with internal and external stakeholders — including fleet managers, project teams, vendors and regulatory bodies — to deliver solutions that meet stringent operational, safety, and performance requirements.

About You

You’re a skilled Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer with expertise in complex, integrated systems, particularly within transport or other safety-critical industries. You excel in multidisciplinary environments, designing innovative, safe, and efficient electromechanical solutions that meet real-world demands.

You hold a degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering, and have proven experience in the design, analysis, or maintenance of electromechanical systems using tools like CAD, FEA, or control systems software. You understand engineering standards, compliance, and maintenance practices - preferably in rolling stock or related transport, or infrastructure sectors.

You effectively manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate across diverse teams. Above all, you’re committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to risk identification and delivering robust engineering outcomes.

For more information, refer to the role description and information pack.

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 Sunday, 05 October 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact SHARON.CHARLES@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

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