Location:
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Job ID:
R0124842
Date Posted:
2026-04-15
Company Name:
HITACHI RAIL STS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
About Us
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 (CER) Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia
Key responsibilities:
The Senior Telecom (CER) Engineer will be responsible for the design, testing, integration, and commissioning of Communications Equipment Rooms (CERs) and associated telecommunications infrastructure for rail projects.
The role will primarily focus on CER design activities, including development and review of:
rack layouts
cable schedules
power distribution and battery system arrangements
equipment integration and interface requirements
The role will also support testing and commissioning activities to ensure CERs and associated telecoms systems are delivered in accordance with approved designs, technical standards, and project requirements.
Working as part of the Telecommunications Engineering Design and Delivery Team, the role will support the successful integration of telecommunications systems across equipment rooms, wayside sites, and associated project interfaces.
Key knowledge and experience:
Minimum 10+ years’ experience in telecommunications infrastructure design, testing, and integration, preferably on large-scale Australian rail or infrastructure projects
Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or related discipline, suitable for full membership with Engineers Australia
Demonstrated experience in CER / equipment room design, including:
rack layouts
cable schedules
power systems and battery arrangements
equipment interfaces and integration
Experience in testing, commissioning, and integration of telecommunications systems and associated infrastructure
Strong ability to review and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
Experience working with radio, transmission, power, and telecoms infrastructure systems
Well-developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
Collaborative communication style with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
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.
What we offer:
Be part of a Global Company that offers a great work life balance.
Many opportunities to progress your career with training and development available.
Salary Continuance Insurance
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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.
