Engineering / QA Graduate

EGR Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

EGR Group is seeking a motivated Engineering / QA Graduate to join our Extrusion facility in Wacol, Queensland. You will support engineering, production and quality assurance activities across manufacturing operations, gaining hands-on experience in polymer extrusion, materials testing and process improvement.

The role offers exposure to quality management systems, manufacturing standards and continuous improvement initiatives, with a pathway to develop technical expertise and a rewarding

Qualifications

• A recently completed or near-completed Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline.
• Genuine interest in polymers, plastics, materials science and advanced manufacturing.
• Understanding of engineering principles, material properties and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Sound computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel and technical reporting.
• Proactive approach, willingness to learn and enthusiasm for hands-on technical work.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and quality assurance activities across the Extrusion manufacturing facility.
• Assist with testing, inspection and evaluation of raw polymer materials, in-process materials and finished products.
• Monitor product quality and ensure manufactured products meet required specifications and standards.
• Assist in investigating material defects, product non-conformances and manufacturing quality issues.
• Participate in root cause analysis and support corrective and preventative actions.
• Work with production teams to understand extrusion processes and how processing conditions influence quality.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Polymer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you a recent engineering graduate with a passion for materials science, polymers, plastics and innovative manufacturing technologies?

Are you a recent engineering graduate with an interest in polymers, plastics, materials science and manufacturing processes?

EGR Group is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Engineering / QA Graduate to join our team at our Extrusion manufacturing facility in Wacol, Queensland.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical knowledge in a practical manufacturing environment, gaining hands-on experience in engineering, polymer processing, materials testing, quality assurance and continuous improvement.

About EGR

EGR Group is a proudly Australian-owned manufacturing company that has been operating since 1973. With operations across Australia, North America, Asia and Europe, EGR is an established leader in advanced manufacturing.

Headquartered in Brisbane, EGR is one of Queensland's largest manufacturing operations, specialising in the design and manufacture of innovative products for the automotive, building, architectural and display industries.

Our manufacturing capabilities include advanced plastics processing, polymer extrusion and the production of high-quality engineered materials for a diverse range of applications.

At EGR, we are committed to innovation, quality and continuous improvement, providing opportunities for employees to develop their technical expertise and build rewarding long-term careers.

About the Role

We are seeking an Engineering / QA Graduate to join our Extrusion facility in Wacol, supporting engineering, production and quality assurance activities across our manufacturing operations.

This hands-on graduate role provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical experience in polymer extrusion, plastics manufacturing, materials testing, process optimisation and quality management.

Working alongside experienced engineering, production and quality personnel, you will gain valuable exposure to the manufacturing processes involved in transforming raw polymer materials into high-quality finished products.

You will play an important role in supporting product quality, investigating manufacturing challenges and identifying opportunities to improve materials, processes and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering and quality assurance activities across the Extrusion manufacturing facility.

• Assist with the testing, inspection and evaluation of raw polymer materials, in-process materials and finished products.

• Monitor product quality and ensure manufactured products meet required specifications and standards.

• Assist in investigating material defects, product non-conformances and manufacturing quality issues.

• Participate in root cause analysis and support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.

• Work closely with production teams to understand extrusion processes and how processing conditions influence product quality and material performance.

• Support material trials, product testing and process improvement initiatives.

• Collect, analyse and report on production data, material properties and quality performance.

• Assist with reviewing and maintaining technical documentation, quality procedures, testing records and material specifications.

• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce material waste and enhance product consistency.

• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and production teams to troubleshoot technical and process-related issues.

• Support compliance with quality management systems, workplace health and safety requirements and relevant manufacturing standards.

About You

We are looking for a curious, analytical and technically minded graduate who is eager to gain practical industry experience and develop a career in engineering and quality assurance.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A recently completed or near-completed Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline.

• A genuine interest in polymers, plastics, materials science and advanced manufacturing.

• An understanding of engineering principles, material properties and manufacturing processes.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality standards.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

• Sound computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel and technical reporting.

• A proactive approach, willingness to learn and enthusiasm for hands-on technical work.

• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Highly Regarded

• Academic knowledge or practical exposure to plastics extrusion, polymer processing or thermoplastic materials.

• Familiarity with material testing techniques, quality control processes and product specifications.

• Understanding of how processing parameters affect material properties and finished product performance.

• Knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 9001.

• Exposure to root cause analysis, Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.

• Previous manufacturing experience through internships, university projects or industry placements.

Previous industry experience is not essential. We are looking for someone with the right attitude, technical aptitude and a genuine willingness to learn.

Why Join EGR?

• Launch Your Engineering Career: Gain valuable hands-on experience in a real-world advanced manufacturing environment.

• Specialised Technical Experience: Develop your knowledge of polymer extrusion, plastics manufacturing, materials testing and quality assurance.

• Learn from Experienced Professionals: Work alongside skilled engineers, production specialists and quality personnel.

• Career Development: Build a strong technical foundation and develop practical skills that will support your long-term career.

• Varied and Engaging Work: Gain exposure to engineering challenges, quality investigations, production processes and continuous improvement projects.

• Established Australian Manufacturer: Join a successful Australian-owned company with more than 50 years of manufacturing experience.