Interface Package Lead – COM Engineer- Major Rail Project (Sydney)

Interface Package Lead – COM Engineer– Major Rail Project (Sydney)

We are seeking an experienced COM Engineer for a major Sydney rail project. Reporting to the Interface Package Lead CCS/COM, you will deliver detailed COM design and integration activities, ensuring compliance with standards, budgets, and schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement coordination and interface processes across the design, procurement, and construction

· Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated COM solutions

· Manage COM interface issues, risks, and changes using project management tools

· Ensure COM designs meet system-of-systems architecture and relevant standards (EN 50126/8/9, IEC 62443, ITU/IEEE)

· Provide expert COM support through system lifecycle phases including testing, safety assessments, and operational readiness

· Support construction phasing, access planning, and cutover strategies in a live rail environment

· Assist with defect management and readiness assessments for operational handover

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· Support defect management, snag resolution, and end-of-Defects Liability Period reviews.

· Contribute to readiness assessments and approvals for Operational Readiness, Trial Running, and Revenue Service, focusing on COM performance, resilience, and system behaviour at interfaces.

Selection Criteria :

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, Systems Engineering, or related field

· Minimum 3 years’ experience in rail or mass transit projects, including 2-3 years on Australian systems

· Strong knowledge of communications architectures (networks, QoS, redundancy, time sync)

· Ability to interpret complex contracts, standards, and operational requirements into engineering solutions

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office

· Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities independently

· Adaptable and eager to learn in a dynamic environment

What is on offer?

· Competitive Salary

· Opportunity to work on one of Sydney’s most significant rail projects

· Supportive, high-performing project team environment

How to apply

Apply via the link below by sending resume and cover letter addressing the Criteria as above or emailing directly to tjacobson@welovesalt.com

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