Our client in Perth is seeking a Rail Design Engineer to contribute to the development of concepts and ideas for major improvements, primarily for the suburban rail system in Perth and for passenger rail systems beyond the metropolitan area, principally in relation to railway permanent way design and planning. 

Core duties and responsibilities 

* Provides high level technical input in the development of concepts and ideas for major improvements, primarily for the suburban rail system in Perth and for passenger rail systems beyond the metropolitan area as required. 

* Prepares permanent way designs including earthworks and drainage. 

* Prepares alignment and profile designs for railway routes. 

* Reviews and updates permanent way design, standards and codes of practice. 

* Develops contract documentation (including procurement planning, tender documentation and evaluation, contract formation) and contract management plans in consultation and negotiates with stakeholders. 

* Responsible for the effective management and leadership of project teams which may include managing multiple work groups and fostering positive team values and a cooperative team. 

* Develops, monitors and ensures compliance with required regulations, standards, codes, corporate policies and procedures, including Railway Safety Management and standards. 

* Prepares scope of work and technical criteria documentation for contract purposes.