Melbourne is a city on the rise, and its public transport system is key to shaping a connected and sustainable future. Through major initiatives like the Metro Tunnel and Level Crossing Removal projects, we're making travel safer, more efficient, and integrated.
We are seeking a full-time Senior Track & Civil Design Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis, based at MTM's Docklands head office.
Perform Track & Civil design activities—primarily supporting renewal projects—and conduct thorough design reviews and checks of work produced by others to ensure alignment with Metro's engineering principles, standards, and operational requirements.
What We Offer
Join a high‐performing engineering team delivering critical upgrades across Melbourne's rail network.
Enjoy stable, long‐term growth opportunities with a permanent role in a major rail operator.
Make a real impact by shaping safe, reliable, and future‐ready track & civil infrastructure for millions of passengers.
Key Responsibilities
Lead
the delivery of design
activities relating to the development of
Track & Civil design
, including drawings, design reports, engineering calculations, and other outputs as necessary to provide assurance that the design meets MTM requirements.
Check and approve
Track & Civil designs as an MTM approved SOC.
Apply infrastructure, engineering standards and system specifications to
prepare designs
.
Identify and assist in resolving non-conformances
with the design standards or the operational requirements and provide the Track & Civil Design Review Manager a recommendation on granting of waivers.
Provide
technical advice
on projects to other officers/divisions and external parties as directed
Adherence to all legislative and regulatory requirements
including conducting and participating in Safety in Design, risk assessments
, and peer reviews as required.
Assist with the preparation
of MTM Management of Change and Engineering Change Processes.
Qualifications & Experience




Tertiary qualifications in Engineering
, meeting the eligibility requirements for membership with Engineers Australia, or an equivalent technical qualification supported by demonstrated industry capability acceptable to MTM.
Registered Professional Engineer of Victoria (RPEV)
accreditation.
Experience using design software
and drafting including
Bentley Microstation
is required.
MTM‐endorsed Designer and Checker competencies
.
Proven ability to
apply structured risk management processes
across engineering activities and design decisions.
Strong capability to
collect, analyse, interpret, and present engineering data
to support informed decision‐making.
Well‐developed
written and verbal communication skills
, with the ability to engage effectively with staff and management at all levels.
Demonstrated commitment to
rail industry safety
, including adherence to occupational health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Effective
time management and task prioritisation
skills, with the ability to work independently and meet competing deadlines.
Recruitment Process
Initial phone interview
Behavioural interview
Pre-employment checks – Police check, Category 3 medical assessment, and reference checks
Job offer
If this role aligns with your experience and career goals, we'd love to hear from you. Help us connect people and places across a growing Melbourne.
We encourage applications from all candidates, and even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still like to hear from you. Metro Trains Melbourne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Metro's commitment to an inclusive workforce
At Metro, we move Melbourne and we're powered by our people. We're committed to building a workforce that reflects our diverse communities and celebrates the unique perspectives each person brings. Inclusion, respect and opportunity shape how we work and we invite you to join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
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📌 Senior Track & Civil Design Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Metro Trains Melbourne
📍 Melbourne