Graduate Engineers – Civil / Structural & Mechanical

MCA Engineering; Newcastle-Maitland; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from experienced engineers

Exposure to varied projects

Career development opportunities

Job summary

MCA Engineering in Australia is offering Graduate Engineer positions across Civil, Structural and Mechanical streams. You will work with our engineering and project teams to develop skills from planning and design through to fabrication, construction and installation.

Depending on your discipline, you will gain practical experience on mining, industrial and construction projects, with mentoring from experienced engineers and exposure to diverse disciplines.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or nearing completion in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong technical foundations and practical problem‑solving.
• Willingness to learn across office, workshop and site.
• Good communication and collaborative approach.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with engineering design or drafting software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering designs, calculations, drawings and documentation.
• Support civil and structural works, including steel structures, foundations and concrete infrastructure.
• Assist with the design and installation of mechanical equipment and materials handling systems.
• Review drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Support project planning, procurement and coordination.
• Assist with site inspections, quality checks and project reporting.
• Work with workshop and site teams to resolve practical engineering challenges.

Skills

Technical foundations

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Drafting software

Job description

Graduate Engineers – Civil / Structural & Mechanical

MCA Engineering delivers innovative solutions and expert advice to the minerals and construction sectors across Australia. We work across mining, industrial and construction projects and are known for our strong safety focus, quality standards and experienced team.

About the Roles

Working alongside our engineering and project teams, you will develop your technical skills and contribute to projects from initial planning and design through to fabrication, construction and installation. You will gain practical experience across mining, industrial and construction projects.

Depending on your discipline, your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with engineering designs, calculations, drawings and technical documentation
• Supporting civil and structural works, including steel structures, foundations and concrete infrastructure
• Assisting with the design and installation of mechanical equipment and materials handling systems
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project requirements
• Supporting project planning, procurement and coordination
• Assisting with site inspections, quality checks and project reporting
• Working with workshop and site teams to resolve practical engineering challenges

About You

• A recent graduate, or nearing completion of a degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering
• Strong technical foundations and a practical approach to problem-solving
• A willingness to learn and work across office, workshop and site environments
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Familiarity with engineering design or drafting software would be an advantage

What We Offer

• Guidance and mentoring from experienced engineers
• Exposure to varied projects and engineering disciplines
• Opportunities to build practical skills and grow your career
• A supportive team where your contribution is valued