Specialist System Engineer - AutoHaul®

• Global leader in Rail Technology
• Exciting opportunity to influence and champion change
• Permanent Perth based opportunity with rewarding career opportunities

Rio Tinto is recognised as one of the world's most innovative companies, in particular for our use of artificial intelligence. AutoHaul® is the world's first autonomous heavy haul railway system and the world's largest robot. Trains depart two ports and can travel over 500 km to 13 mines, where they are loaded with over 25 thousand tonnes of ore per train and returned, without a driver ever boarding the locomotives.

About the role

This role is a great opportunity to be part of an integral team which manages the AutoHaul® system delivery. Working with operations and the Vendor teams this position has the opportunity to positively impact the AutoHaul system.

What the role entails

• Coordinating engineering activities for defined areas of responsibility for full project life cycle
• Reporting engineering progress against approved plans
• Ensuring compliance with standardized processes, systems and tools
• Supporting engagement and performance of external engineering contractors
• Work with operations and project teams to understand system requirements
• Communicates status and progress to key stakeholders within the development lifecycle
• Oversight of test outcomes to ensure compliance to intended design
• Facilitates workflows associated with the approved RTIO Change Management processes
• Facilitates configuration management process
• Maintains relationships with key stakeholders
• Demonstrates a culture of collaboration, participation and improvement
• Oversight to ensure compliance by various parties to appropriate and agreed standards

What you will need for this role

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Degree Qualifications in (Science, Engineering, Signalling or equivalent).
• Understand and have experience in the operational environment of a railway network
• Experience in software development and deployment, preferably in an operational environment
• Have a good understanding of modern railway technical systems
• Have good planning and organisational skills
• Have good interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with rail operation procedures and guidelines
• Experience in the use of CENELEC standards (EN50126, EN50128, EN50129)
• At least 5 years' experience in any combination of: the engineering of complex computer-based systems, diesel electric locomotive systems, railway wayside systems, IP communications, rail signaling, or computer communications and cybersecurity,.

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We've developed some of the world's largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You'll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

If this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

This role is for applicants residing in or willing to permanently relocate to Western Australia. Rio Tinto offers Fly in and fly out options from Perth, our regional FIFO hubs and the opportunity to live in our residential towns where applicable.