Structural Engineer (1+ Years Experience)

W3Global; Unanderra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global in Unanderra, NSW seeks a Junior / Graduate Draftsperson to join our engineering team. You will produce and update accurate technical drawings under the guidance of senior engineers, gaining practical CAD experience.

This full-time, office-based role includes comprehensive on-the-job training and exposure to cutting-edge industrial design software, with support for relocation within the Wollongong region.

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship (minimum requirement).
• Australian Defence Baseline Clearance preferred.
• 1–2 years of practical drafting experience.
• Willingness to relocate to Wollongong region.

Responsibilities

• Producing and updating accurate technical drawings, general arrangements, and documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Learning and mastering new software platforms on-the-job training program.
• Collaborating with clients, engineers, and project designers to deliver high-quality project outcomes on time.
• Ensuring all drafting work aligns with project scopes, guidelines, and Australian Standards.

Skills

Communication

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering drafting qualification

Tools

CAD/drafting software

Job description

Job Description: Junior / Graduate Draftsperson

About

is a well-established, independent Australian engineering consultancy that delivers smart, practical solutions to complex industrial, heavy-industry, and defence-adjacent challenges. We operate a dynamic, team-focused environment with rich technical depth. We are currently looking for a motivated Junior / Graduate Draftsperson to join our collaborative team in Unanderra, NSW (Wollongong region).

This is a full-time, office-based role where you will receive extensive on-the-job training on the specialized software and design methodologies we utilize.

The Opportunity & Salary

Position: Junior / Graduate Draftsperson

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per annum + Superannuation (dependent on experience)

Location: Unanderra, NSW (Wollongong) - Must be local or genuinely willing to relocate.

Training: Comprehensive on-the-job software and systems training provided.

Key Requirements (Must-Haves)

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Citizenship: Must be an Australian Citizen (minimum requirement).

Security Clearance: Hold a current, active Australian Defence Baseline Clearance (or heavily preferred/sharply prioritized).

Experience: A minimum of 1 to 2 years of practical engineering drafting experience.

Relocation: Must be living locally or completely willing to relocate to the Wollongong/Unanderra region.

What You'll Bring

A qualification in engineering drafting, engineering design, or a related technical discipline.

Basic proficiency in standard CAD/drafting software platforms.

An ability to interpret basic technical drawings, layouts, and sketches.

Engineering Curiosity: A strong willingness to learn new software platforms on the job.

Strong communication skills and a practical, proactive mindset to work alongside multi-disciplinary engineers.

What You'll Be Doing

Producing and updating accurate technical drawings, general arrangements, and documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.

Learning and mastering new, cutting-edge industrial design and structural software platforms through our structured on-the-job training program.

Collaborating with clients, engineers, and project designers to deliver high-quality project outcomes on time.

Ensuring all drafting work aligns with project scopes, guidelines, and Australian Standards.