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Last 12 months
Job Growth
Increase/decrease of jobs
30.3%
Last 12 months to the year before
Average Salary
For graduate mechanical engineer
$110k
What's it like to be a Mechanical Engineer?
Mechanical Engineers work in the broadest field of engineering, using their knowledge of mechanical power to develop and build machinery, tools, engines and other products.
Tasks and duties you could be responsible for as a graduate mechanical engineer:
- Analysing problems to determine project requirements.
- Designing and developing mechanical devices using computer-aided design.
- Creating and testing prototypes, and analysing the results.
- Modifying designs as needed, based on test results.
How much do mechanical engineering graduates earn?
Graduate Mechanical Engineer on average start around $110,000 per year. The location that you end up working can also have an impact which you can see below:
- ALL
- NSW
- ACT
- NT
- VIC
- WA
- TAS
- SA
- QLD
Most common salary for Engineering Mechanical is in
- count
Do I need to do a mechanical engineering internship?
Beyond relevant work experience, many large employers who have mechanical engineer graduate programs will offer grads who have completed these programs first preference on graduate roles. The main reason is that by doing an internship, employers get to see what you are capable of first hand and can be confident that you understand the company and are going to be a good fit.
What kind of mechanical engineering jobs are there?
Our friends at SEEK have analysed the most popular job’s and their details such as salary, location etc and compiled the most popular mechanical engineering jobs. Whilst you are still trying to secure your first mechanical engineering role, understanding where you want your to career to go can also help as a talking point in your interview.
Design Engineer
Design Engineers design and test a range of consumer goods and products.
Production Manager
A Production Manager is responsible for the efficient and timely processes and output of a production chain.
Designer
Designers are creative professionals who design commercial products, clothing and other functional items, or digital and graphic media.
When do employers hire mechanical engineering graduates?
Take a look below to see when employers are busiest hiring mechanical engineering students and when you need to be ready to apply:
What mechanical engineering graduate jobs are there?
We have many employers signed up to GradConenction who hire mechanical engineering graduates. Check out a few below to get you started
Graduate Jobs
Available locations
- Brisbane
- Sydney
Hires applicants with degrees in
- Engineering
- Engineering Mechanical
Our Manufacturing Trainee Program is a departure from the ordinary training experience. We immerse talented and driven people in our business and fast-track them for big roles in our company.
Graduate Jobs
Available locations
- Adelaide
- Regional South Australia
- South Australia
Hires applicants with degrees in
- Engineering
- Engineering Aerospace/Aeronautical
- Engineering Chemical/Processing
- Engineering Civil/Structural
- Engineering Electrical
- Engineering Environmental
- Engineering Geotechnical
- Engineering Mechanical
- Engineering Mechatronics
- Engineering Petroleum
City of Playford Elizabeth, South Australia
Graduate Jobs
Available locations
- Gunnedah
- Narrabri
Hires applicants with degrees in
- Engineering Mechanical
- Engineering Mechatronics
For the role of a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, you will need a tertiary qualification that will likely be in one of the following disciplines: Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics
Graduate Jobs
Melbourne
Hires applicants with degrees in
- Engineering
- Engineering Chemical/Processing
- Engineering Civil/Structural
- Engineering Electrical
- Engineering Mechanical
- Engineering Mechatronics
Discover exciting opportunities with Jemena & Zinfra's 2025 Graduate Program! Be part of Australia's dynamic energy landscape, shaping the future through innovation and collaboration. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey of growth and development!
Graduate Jobs
Sydney
Hires applicants with degrees in
- Engineering
- Engineering Chemical/Processing
- Engineering Civil/Structural
- Engineering Electrical
- Engineering Mechanical
Discover exciting opportunities with Jemena & Zinfra's 2025 Graduate Program! Be part of Australia's dynamic energy landscape, shaping the future through innovation and collaboration. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey of growth and development!