Principal Overhead Wiring Engineer

About the role

The Principal Overhead Wiring (OHW) Engineer will lead OHW design for major rail projects across Australia and New Zealand, providing technical assurance and advisory support. This senior technical position is based in Sydney and ideally requires Sydney Trains experience.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical resource and advisor to multidisciplinary teams on OHW and rail electrification studies.
• Provide specialized input, prepare technical specifications, and ensure compliance with Australian rail standards.
• Perform quality control reviews of design calculations, drawings, and deliverables.
• Contribute to engineering budgets, schedules, and governance activities.
• Support business development, proposals, and client relationship management.
• Influence OHW strategy and capability growth through technical thought leadership.

Required profile

• Relevant engineering degree with extensive overhead wiring design experience.
• Senior technical experience in a consulting environment, preferably with Sydney Trains.
• Strong understanding of Australian rail standards and delivery frameworks.
• Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and manage stakeholders.
• CPEng or equivalent professional accreditation preferred.

Required skills

• Overhead Wiring design
• Rail electrification
• Technical specification preparation
• Design calculations and quality control
• Australian rail standards compliance