Principal Track Engineer

Principal Track Engineer – AECOM Join to apply for the Principal Track Engineer role at AECOM Company Description Come grow with us. As our population grows, so does demand for safe, expedient, cost-effective transportation. Our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. We help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. Everyone belongs at AECOM We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, and an EA Work 180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner. We are also an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer. Job Description How you’ll make a difference: Act as a discipline lead for multidisciplinary rail design projects with a focus on station and corridor design integration, and mentor junior team members. Coordinate across rail, track and civil disciplines to solve complex design issues aligned with client expectations across multiple projects. Drive digital engineering practices to improve efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration across design teams. Build strong relationships with major Australian rail clients (e.g. Sydney Trains, Sydney Metro, ARTC). Qualifications The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. 10+ years of civil engineering experience with a strong emphasis on leading track design and project delivery. Proven ability in design leadership, coordination and integration across multiple rail disciplines on multiple projects simultaneously. Proficiency in track design tools PRT (prerequisite) and OpenRail. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; CPEng or equivalent (e.g. MICE) preferred. Additional Information AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. Job Details Business Line: TransportationBusiness Group: DCSStrategic Business Unit: ANZCareer Area: EngineeringWork Location Model: HybridSeniority Level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment Type: Full-timeLocation: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr