Graduate Engineer- Civil Engineering (Feb 2027 Program) - Newcastle & Canberra

Surbana Jurong; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC, part of Surbana Jurong, is seeking a Graduate Engineer – Civil for Newcastle & Canberra as part of the Feb 2027 Program. You will contribute to design, analysis and documentation on major infrastructure projects while learning from experienced engineers and mentors.

The two-year GDP provides hands-on project exposure, structured workshops, and opportunities to develop consulting skills across teams, with clear pathways to professional titles on completion.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Exposure to design tools such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D (12D or similar advantageous).

Responsibilities

• You’ll support the delivery of real infrastructure projects from day one - contributing to design, analysis and documentation while learning from experienced engineers and gaining exposure to site and project delivery.
• Contribute to the delivery of real projects by supporting design development, including drawings, models and technical documentation
• Assist with engineering calculations and analysis across areas such as roads, drainage or structures under guidance from senior engineers
• Participate in site visits and inspections to develop an understanding of how designs are implemented on live projects
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate design inputs and support project delivery milestones
• Learn and apply industry standards, tools and best practice through structured development and on-the-job experience

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

12D

Job description

Graduate Engineer – Civil Engineering (Feb 2027 Program)- Newcastle & Canberra

As a Graduate at SMEC, you’ll be part of a high-impact talent group, contributing to the delivery of major infrastructure projects alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists. Our two-year Graduate Development Program (GDP) is designed to accelerate your growth - combining hands-on project experience with structured learning, mentoring, and exposure across teams and disciplines. Once completed, successful Graduates move along our Career Pathways, transitioning to their Professional title (either 'Graduate' or 'Scientist' depending on the technical discipline) and then onwards. Growth is a balanced blend of experience, tenure, development, goals and desired trajectory.

What you can expect:

• Real project exposure from day one across major infrastructure projects
• A connected ANZ graduate network and strong peer community
• Mentoring from senior engineers and technical specialists
• Structured development through workshops, online learning, and immersive experiences
• Opportunities to build consulting skills including communication, collaboration, and problem-solving
• Industry and global networking opportunities across the SJ Group
• Ongoing development beyond the GDP, with support for further study

Key responsibilities:

• You’ll support the delivery of real infrastructure projects from day one - contributing to design, analysis and documentation while learning from experienced engineers and gaining exposure to site and project delivery.
• Contribute to the delivery of real projects by supporting design development, including drawings, models and technical documentation
• Assist with engineering calculations and analysis across areas such as roads, drainage or structures under guidance from senior engineers
• Participate in site visits and inspections to develop an understanding of how designs are implemented on live projects
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate design inputs and support project delivery milestones
• Learn and apply industry standards, tools and best practice through structured development and on-the-job experience

About You

You’re a motivated Civil Engineering graduate who enjoys problem-solving, working in teams, and contributing to real‑world projects.

• A degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Exposure to design tools such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D (12D or similar advantageous)

#LI-CT4 At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world! SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions for our clients and partners. Leveraging our 70-year history of delivering nation‑building infrastructure, we provide technical expertise and advanced engineering services to resolve complex challenges across major infrastructure and energy projects. SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia's iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Headquartered in Australia, we have offices across more than 35 countries in Oceania, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa and the Americas. Together with our clients and partners, we deliver projects that directly contribute to improving health, quality of life and development outcomes for communities and neighborhoods around the world. Driven by innovation, ingenuity and skill, our people have shaped these outcomes in some of the world’s most remote and challenging environments. Since 2016, SMEC has been a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, an Asia‑based global powerhouse of over 16,000 employees. Through our network of global specialists and by collaborating with local partners, we connect clients with the best teams and capabilities to deliver sustainable solutions.