Principal Rail Engineer

Job Description

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity

As our Transport team continues to grow, we’re excited to offer an opportunity for a Senior Rail Engineer or Senior Rail Designer to join our Brisbane office. You’ll be part of a diverse, passionate team with a proven track record of delivering major projects across Australia. This is your chance to coordinate, innovate, and grow—while making a real difference.

In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping landmark rail projects across Southeast Queensland and beyond. You’ll oversee track and alignment design, mentor emerging talent, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality, future-ready solutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing track and alignment designs, including requirements definition, digital design (12D, Bentley tools), CAD drafting, design reviews, and reporting.
• Managing quality and ensuring excellence in design deliverables.
• Guiding project teams with clear communication, resource planning, and collaborative leadership.
• Delivering geometric and earthworks design with input from multidisciplinary teams.
• Producing design outputs for drawings and reports that drive project success.

About You

You’re a trusted expert and collaborative leader. You will bring technical excellence, a commitment to integrity, and a passion for making a positive impact. You will also have:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering
• RPEQ registration or the ability to obtain it within 6 months desirable
• Proven experience in track and alignment design for mainline and yards.
• Proficiency in OpenRail Designer and ideally 12D.
• Strong understanding of quality processes and project delivery.
• Ability to undertake CAD drafting and document design processes.
• High-level collaboration skills and a teamwork mindset.
• Experience with kinematic analysis and business development is a plus.

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

You’ve got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-RZ1