Graduate Hydraulics Engineer - 2027 Program

NDY; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

NDY, a Tetra Tech company, offers a two-year graduate program in hydraulic services design. You will work on live projects across health, education, commercial and mixed-use sectors, gaining early ownership with mentoring and practical site exposure.

You’ll develop consulting and technical skills, rotating across disciplines, joining client meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions to grow confidence as a trusted adviser. Start in 2027 with NZ working rights.

Qualifications

• Near completion of, or recently completed, a mechanical, civil or building services engineering degree.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Curious mindset with problem solving skills.
• Available to start in 2027.
• Full New Zealand working rights for the duration of the program.

Responsibilities

• Design of potable and non potable water supply, sanitary and trade waste drainage
• Design of stormwater, roof drainage and recycled water systems
• Coordinate with the other building disciplines including architecture, structural and building services
• Prepare drawings, schematics, schedules and calculations
• Visit sites to observe installation and work with contractors
• Support client meetings and present clear options

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Curious mindset

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Building Services Engineering

Tools

Drafting tools

Job description

Start your career on real projects from day one. Work across sectors, solve practical problems and take early ownership with support from people who back you to grow.

What are hydraulic services?

Hydraulic services manage water, storm water, waste and gas in buildings. They include potable water, sanitary drainage, stormwater, roof drainage, trade waste, rainwater reuse and natural gas.

What the hydraulics team does

We design safe, efficient water and waste systems. We plan supply, drainage and reuse, coordinate with structure and services, and document designs contractors can build and maintain.

Why this role

• Work on live projects across the full range of building types including health, education, commercial and mixed-use
• Learn by doing with mentoring and practical site exposure
• Share ideas that improve simplicity, safety and cost

What you’ll do

• Design of potable and non potable water supply, sanitary and trade waste drainage
• Design of stormwater, roof drainage and recycled water systems
• Coordinate with the other building disciplines including architecture, structural and building services
• Prepare drawings, schematics, schedules and calculations
• Visit sites to observe installation and work with contractors
• Support client meetings and present clear options

How we’ll support you

• A dedicated buddy and mentor, plus regular check ins with senior leaders
• Onsite and virtual workshops, technical training and knowledge shares
• Practical feedback loops so you can see progress fast

What you’ll get

• Early ownership on visible projects with coaching when you need it
• Variety that stretches you across sectors and project stages
• Approachable leaders and a small team feel, backed by Tetra Tech’s network of more than 22,000 specialists
• 5 weeks of annual leave and a supportive team culture

About our graduate program

Our two year program builds your consulting and technical skills. You will work with clients, learn how projects move from sketch to site and grow your confidence as a trusted adviser. You will join social and networking events, rotate across disciplines and get hands on experience that sets you up for a strong career.

Must haves

• Near completion of, or recently completed, a mechanical, civil or building services engineering degree
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Curious mindset with problem solving skills
• Available to start in 2027
• Full New Zealand working rights for the duration of the program

Nice to haves

• Exposure to hydraulic design or drafting tools
• Familiarity with the New Zealand Building Code
• Interest in water efficiency, reuse and sustainability ratings
• Internship, site or construction experience

About us

NDY, A Tetra Tech Company, is a consulting engineering firm that works with clients and design partners across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada. We focus on practical, buildable design that helps clients run safe, comfortable and efficient buildings. As part of Tetra Tech, we can draw on a global network of more than 22,000 specialists when projects call for it.

Equal opportunity and Circle Back

We’re building a team that reflects the communities where we work. If you need adjustments during the application process, please tell us. As a 2026 Circle Back Initiative employer, we’re committed to responding to every applicant.