Senior Electrical Engineer

You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

Queensland Rail stands on the foundation of true connection, encompassing the relationships we foster within our teams and the communities we serve across the state. For over 150 years, we've been instrumental in linking people and places, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and shape a brighter, sustainable future.

What’s on offer?

• Salary Range $135,199 - $144,679 (Based on experience) + 12.75% Superannuation
• Initial 12-month Temporary Full-time position
• Monday – Friday standard hours roster

Your Opportunity

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Regional Rollingstock Team. In this position you lead a team of 1 and work on project upgrades and renewals that help to move thousands of customers  throughout Queensland each year through services such as the Tilt Train, Kuranda Rail Service and Spirit of the Outback. This role will be based onsite at the Mayne Depot in Bowen Hills.

In this role you will be responsible for providing senior electrical technical support and rollingstock safety and operational advice to Rollingstock Maintenance and other stakeholders for the operation and maintenance of Electrical systems and components. The role will encompass design, construction, and testing of products being integrated into our rollingstock to improve the safety and reliability of our rollingstock.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert technical advice on the maintenance and operation of Queensland Rail’s rollingstock fleet.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, manuals, and procedures in line with legislation and business requirements.
• Lead investigations and projects to improve rollingstock reliability, safety, and performance.
• Create technical documentation including scopes, specifications, and design drawings to support maintenance and cost efficiency.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with internal teams and contractors to support operations and continuous improvement.

For full position responsibilities please read this Position Description

About you:

We are open to a variety of backgrounds including (but not limited to)

• Rollingstock
• Automative
• Aviation
• Defence
• Mining

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Recognised engineering qualifications (preferably a Bachelor of Engineering – Electrical)
• Extensive technical expertise in rollingstock systems, including maintenance, diagnostics, and performance optimisation, with a strong understanding of industry standards and safety legislation.
• Proven experience in developing engineering solutions, procedures, and implementing new technologies to enhance safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, with a demonstrated ability to support, train, and guide technical teams and junior engineers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and contractors.

Benefits that Count

All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best, including:

• Enjoy free travel to work and discounted rail travel
• QRI Lifestyle offers members access to over 2,000 exclusive discounts and services
• Prioritise your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services
• You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport
• Eligible employees can receive up to 100% reimbursement for professional membership fees

Sounds great! What’s next?

Please apply to Senior Electrical Engineer (10430) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 16th November 2025. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.  

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences.  We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry to kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.