Systems Engineer

Transmax is an Intelligent Transport System (ITS) solutions provider and creator of the award-winning STREAMS® platform, which supports traffic management centres across Australia to optimise the movement of millions of commuters and freight every day. We’re driven not just by technology, but by making roads safer, transport systems smarter, and outcomes more sustainable for communities. As part of our transformation journey, Transmax is building the next generation of STREAMS, a modern, cloud-based ITS platform designed to help road agencies deliver safe, inclusive, and sustainable transport networks. Over the coming years, we’re reimagining and expanding our capabilities to create a more connected, intelligent, and efficient transport future. About the role We’re seeking a Permanent Systems Engineer – Level 2 to join our Engineering Services team. This mid-level position plays an important role in supporting the design, implementation, testing, and integration of Intelligent Transport Systems across Australia’s critical road networks. You’ll work closely with senior engineers and contribute to a wide variety of projects within the Transmax Catalogue of Services. This role offers the opportunity to deepen your systems engineering capability while working with real-world traffic management technologies, smart motorway environments, and integrated control systems. What you’ll do

Reporting to the Systems Engineering Team Leader, you will contribute to technically sound, customer-focused engineering outcomes by:

• Supporting system design, integration, testing, verification, and validation activities across STREAMS® and associated ITS systems.
• Assisting with system architecture development, requirements analysis, and configuration tasks.
• Performing system configuration, upgrades, diagnostics, and fault investigation under senior guidance.
• Responding to internal and customer work requests, supporting troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Preparing and maintaining system artefacts, technical specifications, and operational documentation.
• Supporting continuous improvement of tools, processes, and system performance.
• Assisting with integration of traffic control systems, roadside field devices, communication networks, and smart motorway technologies.
• Working collaboratively with software developers, hardware engineers, solution architects, and project managers.
• Travelling to customer sites as required (local or interstate) for deployment or support activities.
• Building strong working relationships with internal teams and customers.

What you’ll bring You’re a technically capable, curious, and proactive systems engineer who enjoys problem-solving, learning new technologies, and delivering high-quality work. You bring a customer-focused mindset and strong communication skills.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering.

2+ years’ experience in systems engineering or a similar technical role.

• Experience with client–server applications, basic networking concepts, and/or system integration activities.
• Understanding of software–hardware interaction, troubleshooting techniques, and system lifecycle practices.
• Strong documentation capabilities, including analysis, reporting, and technical writing.
• Solid organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Foundational knowledge of systems engineering principles (requirements management, modelling, verification/validation, configuration management).

Desirable extras

• Exposure to Intelligent Transport Systems, traffic systems, or other integrated control environments.
• Experience with field devices, communication networks, sensors, or remote monitoring systems.

Knowledge of electrical or electronic engineering principles. Experience with basic programming, scripting, or data analysis. Understanding of cloud concepts or platforms (e.g., AWS). A genuine motivation to learn, grow, and improve processes and tools. Why join us? At Transmax, we offer more than a role, we offer a career with impact. A balance of competitive salary and advantageous benefits. A high-trust, empowering culture where you have the autonomy to deliver. Hybrid work model Continuous learning opportunities to keep your skills sharp and future ready. Private health discounts to support your overall wellbeing. A supportive environment that values your success and is grounded in a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. Access to our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional wellbeing. Ready to apply? Your next career chapter is waiting for you at Transmax. If you’re interested, please apply by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. We’d love to hear from you! If there are any adjustments that need to be made to ensure you have a fair and equitable experience in our recruitment process, please advise us when scheduling your interview. Successful applicants will be subject to a National Criminal History Check and a Qualification check. Applicants must hold full working rights within Australia. We are unable to offer any visa sponsorship for this opportunity. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.