About us

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.

Our Engineering and Maintenance directorate manages a $1.5 billion annual maintenance program on behalf of Sydney Trains and NSW Trains – delivering a safe, reliable passenger fleet and metropolitan rail network, to meet growing customer demand and keep Sydney moving.

About the team

ESI keeps Sydney moving by providing design and engineering services to Sydney Trains and the TfNSW cluster. ESI are also the technical leaders responsible for ensuring system safety and integrity. The team works collaboratively with stakeholders to provide technical expertise and assurance, acting as Sydney Trains’ interface with the Asset Standards Authority and hold Sydney Trains’ Authorised Engineering Organisation (AEO) accreditation.

The opportunity

Right now, we have an opportunity for an experienced Design Engineer Modelling to join us in our ESI Reporting to the Technical Specialist Modelling you will be responsible for

Undertaking power systems modelling and analysis for the Sydney Trains DC and AC network; and

Provide engineering advice and services to Sydney Trains and NSW Trains and external clients to assist them in the delivery of quality, timely and cost-effective infrastructure solutions.

What you will be involved in

Developing and producing modelling infrastructure design solutions and associated documentation, as per accredited Sydney Trains and NSW Trains competency level.

Provide engineering advice and services to Sydney Trains and NSW Trains and external clients to assist them in the delivery of quality, timely and cost effective infrasturce solutions.

Identifying, developing and communicating engineering innovations relating to the modelling electrical technology, to facilitate the provision of safe and commercially smart solutions to Sydney Trains and NSW Trains engineering problems.

Participate in investigations as required and prepare draft technical investigation reports and technical specifications.

Assist in tender preparation for RFT submissions, through the provision of expert technical advice throughout the process.

About you

You will have a Degree in Electrical Engineering giving entitlement to the Membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia and have at least two years’ experience in the power system modelling of analysis within a comparable public or private sector organisation and specifically having DC experience.

You will also have broad and practical knowledge and experience in design, construction and maintenance practices of HV and LV distribution power systems as well as a grounded understanding of Electrical Design, Risk Assessment and Asset Management and Reliability and engineering calculations associated with electrical design such as fault level, load flow, harmonic analysis, fault loop impedance, volts drop, cables and equipment sizing, rating and specification along with proven experience and understanding of power system analysis tools.

You will have sound knowledge of relevant legislation, codes of practice, standards, rules, regulations, policy, procedures and guidelines relating to substations and distribution infrastructure and be able to apply these in out of the box problem solving solutions.

You must demonstrate good communication skills and be able to discuss complex technical terms with stakeholders and team members in a clear and understandable manner.

Want to know more?

For more information on this position, view the position description here

Salary and benefits

The salary for this position is RC5 ($103,000 – $119,500) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

Sydney Trains offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and work-life balance. Other benefits include:

Free travel on Government trains, buses and ferries

Flexible work practices

For more information on Employee Benefits, please click here

Interested?

Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.

Applications close: 11.59pm Thursday 5th May 2022

We are the community we serve

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

We enable our people to work in ways that work for them and their teams. Working virtually and from different locations including regional locations, staggering work hours and job sharing are just some of the ways our people can work flexibly.

Please contact the Talent Specialist below if you require any adjustments to be made to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options.

For any enquiries, please email Steph John at Steph.John@transport.nsw.gov.au

We’re certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace

Our flexible work practices and policies for parental leave, employee and family wellbeing and family care enable us to provide genuine support for our people to thrive at work and at home.

Apply today to register your interest!

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Our COVIDSafe Measures Policy

All Transport for NSW workers are required to have:

appropriate evidence of being fully vaccinated with a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine; or

an approved medical contraindication.

You will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status or apply for a medical exemption prior to securing this role.

For permanent positions in the NSW Public Sector, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For most Temporary jobs, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia. To be considered for these roles you must be 18 years of age. Applicants will need to complete merit based selection activities and will be subject to satisfactory medical, drug & alcohol and criminal record checks as part of the selection process. Please note that an eligibility list may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently become vacant may be filled using this eligibility list (where the vacancy is within 60 minutes travelling time). Transport for NSW is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

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