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Principal Engineer - Rail & Metro

SeniorFull-timeHybridBrisbane QLD, AustraliaPosted 2 months agoVerified 2 months ago
Pending fitX of Y criteria met

About the job

The Principal Engineer position at SMEC is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the rail industry. By uplifting lives and creating regenerative environments, you will play a crucial role in advancing industries. Join a supportive and collaborative team that values innovation and fresh ideas, all while working on iconic projects across the globe.

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You'll be responsible for

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Leading project teams

Providing leadership and proactively collaborating with team members, contributors and stakeholders to maintain quality, timeliness and coordination of project deliverables
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Delivering technical design input

Providing expert advice and demonstrating advanced technical skills, ensuring that analysis and design tasks undertaken meet appropriate technical standards and the requirements of the client and SMEC
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Managing project deliverables

Demonstrating high level project management skills while accomplishing project deliverables to the required standard and in a timely manner

Key criteria

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15+ years in rail infrastructure

Extensive experience managing rail projects and design delivery.

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Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering

Formal education in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.

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CPEng/RPEQ certification

Professional engineering certification demonstrating expertise.

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5 criteria for this job
15+ years in rail infrastructure
Extensive experience managing rail projects and design delivery.

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Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering
Formal education in Civil Engineering or equivalent field.

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CPEng/RPEQ certification
Professional engineering certification demonstrating expertise.

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Leadership and management skills
Proven ability to lead teams and manage project deliverables.

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Interpersonal and communication skills
Effective communication in diverse, multi-disciplinary environments.

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