Intern - Application Engineering

Volvo Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured learning and mentoring

Exposure to real engineering projects

Internal career growth opportunities

On-site cafe and free parking

Parental leave benefits

Job summary

Volvo Group in Australia is seeking an Application Engineering Intern to join the team at the Wacol facility. You will gain hands-on experience across engineering, manufacturing and customer solutions while learning from experienced Application Engineers.

The role offers exposure to real-world projects with leading heavy vehicle brands and a path to develop technical knowledge for a successful engineering career.

Qualifications

• Currently completing your 3rd or 4th year, or recently graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Curious, proactive and willing to learn from experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with vehicle application engineering and technical support activities.
• Supporting the development of fit-for-purpose vehicle solutions for customers.
• Conducting vehicle performance, weight distribution and stability calculations.
• Assisting with chassis layouts, equipment integration and body builder solutions.
• Preparing technical documentation, drawings and vehicle specification information.
• Supporting customer adaptation and PBS-related activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

What you will do

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an Application Engineering Intern to join our team based at our Wacol production facility.

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across engineering, manufacturing and customer solutions while working with Australia's leading heavy vehicle brands. You'll learn from experienced Application Engineers, contribute to real‑world projects and develop the technical knowledge required to build a successful engineering career.

Key Responsibilities

• - Assisting with vehicle application engineering and technical support activities
• - Supporting the development of fit‑for‑purpose vehicle solutions for customers
• - Conducting vehicle performance, weight distribution and stability calculations
• - Assisting with chassis layouts, equipment integration and body builder solutions
• - Preparing technical documentation, drawings and vehicle specification information
• - Supporting customer adaptation and PBS‑related activities
• - Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, sales and dealer teams
• - Participating in technical reviews, projects and stakeholder discussions
• - Researching, analysing and validating engineering data to support decision‑making

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

• - Currently completing your 3rd or 4th year, or recently graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering
• - Passionate about engineering and eager to build a career in the heavy vehicle industry
• - Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• - Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• - Curious, proactive and willing to learn from experienced professionals
• - Able to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• - A collaborative team player with a strong focus on safety and quality

What’s in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• - Structured learning and mentoring from experienced engineers
• - Exposure to real engineering projects and industry‑leading technology
• - Career development and internal growth opportunities
• - Global organisation with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability
• - Annual salary reviews
• - Generous parental leave benefits
• - Additional annual leave purchase options
• - Employee Assistance Program
• - On‑site café and free parking at our modern Wacol facility
• - Be part of a team shaping the future of transport in Australia

Ready for the next move?

If you're looking for an opportunity to apply your studies, gain valuable industry experience and work with some of the sharpest and most recognised brands in the transport industry, we'd love to hear from you.

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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.