Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Telecoms RAN Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia.

Key Responsibilities

- Deploy, configure, test, and optimise Radio Access Networks (RAN) to ensure high availability, performance, and reliability.
- Integrate and configure BTS / radio equipment across GSM-R and related rail communications networks, including above-ground and tunnel environments.
- Execute site testing, commissioning, and integration activities in accordance with approved procedures and project documentation.
- Conduct drive testing, RF performance analysis, and produce detailed test reports and technical assessments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve RAN-related issues during testing, integration, and commissioning phases.
- Support broader telecommunications system integration and delivery activities,



including coordination with signalling, ETCS, networking, power, and infrastructure interfaces where required.
- Ensure all activities are completed in compliance with site safety, access, and rail corridor requirements.
- Assist with planning and coordination of required materials, equipment, and site resources to support delivery activities.
- Liaise with internal engineering teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and client stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills & Experience

- Minimum 10 years’ experience in RAN design, testing, integration, and commissioning, preferably on large-scale Australian infrastructure or rail projects.
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline, suitable for full membership with Engineers Australia.
- Demonstrated experience in the design, integration, testing, and optimisation of GSM, GSM-R, LTE / 4G, and 5G radio technologies.
- Strong understanding of RF principles, radio planning, coverage, interference, and performance analysis.
- Hands‑on experience with drive testing tools, RF analysis, and test reporting.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex RAN and telecoms integration issues in live or operational environments.




- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and site‑based activities.
- Well‑developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, project delivery, subcontractor, and client teams.
- Experience working in rail corridor, tunnel, or brownfield infrastructure environments will be highly regarded.

What we offer

Be part of a Global Company that offers a excellent work life balance.

Many opportunities to progress your career with training and development available.

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At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance.

We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive.

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view.

It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone.

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📌 Senior Telecoms RAN Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas
📍 Queensland