Job Overview & Organization Mission

Lead 3D horizontal and vertical rail alignment design, slab track engineering, and complex turnout geometries for high-capacity rail corridors at Aurecon.

Aurecon is seeking a Principal Rail Alignment & Track Design Engineer to join our Rail & Mass Transit leadership team at 850 Collins Street, Melbourne. You will lead technical track design for major metro, passenger, and freight rail network transformations, designing high-speed alignments, turnout geometries, transition curves, and ballasted/slab track structures in OpenRail and 12d.

As a key member of the team at Aurecon in Melbourne, VIC, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Lead geometric: Lead geometric design of horizontal and vertical rail alignments, cant deficiency calculations, and speed profiles.
• Design complex: Design complex track layout geometries including turnouts, crossovers, diamond crossings, and stabling yards.
• Calculate vehicle: Calculate vehicle kinematic envelopes, structure gauge clearances, and platform interface tolerances.
• Perform technical: Perform technical reviews and sign off as Lead Track Engineer on major multidisciplinary rail bids and design packages.
• Mentor track: Mentor track design engineers and guide the adoption of digital parametric track design workflows.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Aurecon, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Degree in Civil Engineering + Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng).
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 8+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• 8+ years of dedicated rail track alignment and permanent way design experience in an engineering consultancy.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) with Engineers Australia or equivalent.
• Expertise with Bentley OpenRail Designer or 12d Model Rail module.
• Thorough knowledge of Australian rail operator track design standards (ARTC, MTM, V/Line, or TfNSW).

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Aurecon, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$170,000 – AU$205,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Competitive salary ($170,000 – $205,000) + annual Aurecon profit-share bonus.
• Prestigious Docklands Melbourne office with panoramic views and complete hybrid working flexibility.
• Exceptional leadership opportunities on Australia’s largest intercity and suburban rail mega-projects.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Aurecon

Aurecon partners with clients to design innovative transport, rail, and civil infrastructure solutions across the globe.

Aurecon is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Aurecon careers gateway.