**Job Description**
As a Principal Over Head Wiring Engineer, you will play a key role in leading our Overhead Wiring team. You will be responsible for delivering complex overhead wiring systems within the Sydney Trains portfolio, with opportunities to support projects such as Penrith Area Remodelling, Western Sydney Freight Line, and Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2.
You will also have the opportunity to work on landmark railway projects across the ANZ region, for clients like Sydney Metro, Sydney Trains, V-Line, Queensland Rail, Aurizon, Public Transport Authority Western Australia, Melbourne Metro and Yarra Trams, to name a few.
Key responsibilities include:
* Lead and deliver systems for major New South Wales rail projects
* Work on current and future programs including Sydney Metro and West Sydney infrastructure
* Manage workload, costing, and scheduling across teams
* Lead and mentor a small team of local and interstate engineers
* Provide technical guidance aligning with TfNSW OHW standards (1500V DC)
* Collaborate closely with Sydney Trains SMEs
* Support business development, commercial activities, and project tenders
**Required Skills and Qualifications**
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired:
* 10–15 years of OHW/OLE systems experience
* Minimum 5+ years delivering projects for Sydney Trains
* Expert in TfNSW (Transport for New South Wales) OHW standards and experience in 1500V DC systems and 25kV AC OHW systems
* Proven experience managing projects and mentoring junior engineers
* Strong commercial acumen and bid/tender experience
**Benefits**
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
* Life and income protection plans, personal travel insurance discounts
* Annual professional membership cover
* Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
**Others**
AECOM is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging – because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner, and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.