Senior Mechanical Engineer

Company description:

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria's transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

Job description:

About the Role

This is a 3-Year Fixed Term Opportunity

Job Location: 525 Collins Street, Melbourne

The Senior Mechanical Engineer leads the delivery of key mechanical systems for the X'Trapolis 2.0 train project, including design, manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and safety assurance activities. The role provides specialist engineering advice, manages technical and safety risks, and ensures systems meet required standards and project objectives. Working closely with contractors, operators, project teams, and stakeholders, the role also mentors junior engineers and supports technical decision-making. Success in this position helps deliver a safe, reliable, and high-performing train fleet that meets customer, operational, and value-for-money outcomes for Victoria.

What we're looking for (Selection Criteria)

You're someone who:

• Enjoys solving complex problems, analysing issues from different perspectives, and finding practical solutions that improve business outcomes.
• Can think strategically, understand how decisions impact other teams and the wider organisation, and identify the best approach to address challenges.
• Has strong communication skills, presenting information clearly and tailoring messages to suit different audiences.
• Can work effectively within organisational and stakeholder environments, understanding priorities, influencing outcomes, and ensuring decisions align with policies, values, and obligations.
• Thrives in changing environments, staying calm under pressure, adapting quickly to new priorities, and making the best use of available resources and knowledge.

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Qualifications and experience

You'll bring:

• A mechanical engineering degree qualification (or equivalent). (Mandatory)
• Experience in the procurement, design, manufacturing, testing, commissioning, acceptance and general engineering project management tasks relating to rolling stock will be well regarded. (Desirable)
• Membership with Engineers Australia with Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status would be highly regarded. (Desirable)
• Postgraduate qualification in a field of relevance to engineering or rolling stock or vehicle projects would be highly regarded. (Desirable)

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

How to apply

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday 25th of June 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we're unable to accept email or manual submissions. 

For further information about the role, please contact Abi Jangamareddy - Technical Lead via abh••••••••••••••@transport.vic.gov.au

Redeployees
If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager's contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy

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