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EOI - Principal Systems Engineer – Rail - Requirements – Assurance - QLD Projects

CompanyUGL Limited
LocationBrisbane
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 14, 2026
About The Company
UGL Regional Linx was established in 2021, after parent company, UGL Limited was selected to deliver operations and maintenance of rail infrastructure for the Country Regional Network (CRN). This network ensures the safe movement of people and goods throughout the regions of NSW, and links Sydney with many important regional centres. UGL Regional Linx commenced operations on January 30 2022 and works on behalf of the client, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) and will be responsible for managing an important network of assets. As part of its operation, UGL Regional Linx’s scope of work includes: • Network operations • Rail infrastructure maintenance and implementation of a new train control system - UGL’s proprietary system, Sigview. • Asset and property management, and • Safety, access, performance, and environmental management. UGL Regional Linx has made a strong commitment to local and indigenous employment, further strengthening the organisation’s commitment to regional NSW. As part of its operations, UGL Regional Linx established its head office and Network Control Centre in the heart of the Central West, Orange, NSW. The CRN network includes: • 2,386 route kilometres of operational passenger and freight rail lines, including 996 km of branch line track used predominantly for haulage of grain, with lower mass and speed limits than other parts of the network • 3,139 route kilometres of non-operational lines • 27,000 hectares of land and infrastructure • 1,312 level crossings (300 active) • 1,200 property assets (including 356 heritage sites) • 600 rail under bridges and 384 road overbridges The CRN is a crucial piece of infrastructure to regional NSW and UGL Regional Linx is committed to ensure that it delivers for all customers, from rail passengers to farmers and industry.
About the Role

Principal Systems Engineer - Rail - Requirements - Assurance

Lead Systems Assurance on Major Rail Projects

Expression of Interest

UGL is home to one of Australia’s largest in-house engineering teams, delivering complex transport and infrastructure projects nationwide. As part of the CIMIC Group, we bring long term stability, technical depth and genuine career pathways.

Based out of Brisbane’s CBD, you’re first assignment will be to support a major greenfield rail project in South East Queensland. This next stage of work involves delivering new dual-track rail, tunnels, stations and stabling infrastructure, a largescale expansion that will help shape the region’s long-term transport network.

Why this role

  • Get in early on a major rail project.

  • Lead requirements, verification and systems assurance from day one.

  • Work across multi-discipline engineering and delivery teams.

  • Join a top-tier engineering team with a strong pipeline.

  • Real opportunity to shape how requirements and assurance are set up.

About the role

As Principal SESA (Requirements Engineer), you’ll lead the requirements management and systems assurance approach across the project, ensuring all technical, safety and operational requirements are clearly defined, tracked and achieved. You’ll work closely with engineering, design and project teams to establish robust processes for requirements capture, verification and validation, aligned with project, client and regulatory expectations.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive requirements strategy, assurance planning and stakeholder alignment, helping ensure the project delivers safe, compliant and fully verified systems from day one.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead requirements management across the project, including capture, tracking and compliance.

  • Develop and implement requirements management plans and processes.

  • Drive verification and validation (V&V) planning, execution and reporting.

  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure requirements are understood and delivered.

  • Support regulatory approvals, audits and assurance activities, while providing leadership and guidance.

What we offer

  • Access our OneRewards Discount Program.
  • Discounted Medibank health insurance.
  • Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality.
  • Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave.
  • Complimentary salary continuance insurance.
  • Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan.

About you

  • Experience in systems assurance, SESA or requirements engineering leadership.

  • Strong background in requirements management, V&V and compliance frameworks.

  • Experience delivering on major rail or infrastructure projects.

  • Knowledge of systems engineering standards (eg ISO 15288, EN 50126/8/9).

  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

About Us

UGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical.

Ref: 268028

Key Skills
Requirements ManagementSystems AssuranceVerification And ValidationSESAStakeholder EngagementCompliance FrameworksSystems EngineeringTechnical LeadershipRegulatory ApprovalsAssurance Planning
Categories
EngineeringTransportationConstructionManagement & Leadership
Benefits
OneRewards Discount ProgramDiscounted Medibank Health InsuranceWellness Program With AIA Vitality16 Weeks Of Paid Primary Parental LeaveComplimentary Salary Continuance InsuranceIndividual Development Plan
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Lead the requirements management and systems assurance approach for major greenfield rail projects in South East Queensland. Drive the strategy for requirements capture, verification, and validation to ensure safe and compliant system delivery.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
106
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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