Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer - 2024 Intake

We are recruiting for a Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer to join our amazing and fun team in Brisbane for our 2024 graduate intake!

You’ll join a vibrant graduate cohort and be guided and mentored by industry experts! What’s there not to love???

What will I do?

A graduate Civil/Structural engineer in any industry is typically responsible for assisting in the design, analysis, and construction of buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure projects. Some of the duties of a graduate Civil/Structural engineer may include: 

• Assisting in the design and analysis of structures, including calculating loads and stresses, selecting materials, and developing construction plans.
• Under supervision prepare engineering drawings, plans, and specifications using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Conducting site investigations to evaluate soil conditions, topography, and other factors that may impact construction.
• Assisting in the preparation of cost estimates, project schedules, and other project management tasks.
• Participating in site visits and inspections to ensure construction is progressing as planned and that safety regulations are being followed.
• Coordinating with other engineers, project managers, and contractors to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Conducting research and analysis on new materials, methods, and techniques that could be used to improve the efficiency and safety of structural engineering projects.

So what do you get in return? Our graduate value proposition (GVP):

• Opportunities for learning and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A positive and inclusive work culture
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Access to our global mentoring program
• Experience working on globally advance projects working with reputed industry leading clients, where you will work alongside passionate & talented mentors locally & globally
• Be a part of a value driven culture | Care, Commitment, Courage
• Continuous support & offer of further professional development
• Join a growing internal graduate network through social events, lunch and learns, network events etc. 
• Flexible work hours, the option to work from home or remote work options, to accommodate your needs and lifestyle
• Health and wellness program such as mental health support, complementary income protection insurance and discounted health insurance
• Employee perks and discounts such as our employee discount shopping site

Skills / Qualifications

At Wood, we don't just look for WAM or GPA scores. We believe enthusiasm, personality, commitment, and creative thinking are just as important.

• Completed your Civil/Structural engineering degree by the end of 2023 or earlier.
• Attention to detail: You will be responsible for creating detailed designs and specifications and must pay close attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and safety of the work.
• Teamwork: Most engineering projects require collaboration and teamwork, so strong interpersonal and collaboration skills are essential
• Adaptability: Engineering is a constantly evolving field, and as a graduate engineer you should be able to adapt to new technologies and techniques.
• Problem solving: Engineering often requires finding creative solutions to complex problems. Good critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills are highly valued.
• Communication skills: The ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner is important for a graduate engineer. This includes the ability to write reports, give presentations, and explain complex technical concepts to non-technical colleagues.
• Continuous Learning: Technologies and methodologies are constantly changing so staying up to date is an important attribute.
• Creativity: have that innate ability to “think outside the box”
• Analytical ability: ability to think analytically to fully define a problem and develop solutions suited to the problem.
• Logical thinking: ability to understand how a system works, what can go wrong and how to fix it. This requires the ability to think logically and evaluate and understand each element that makes up the system
• Leadership: well-developed “human skills” so you can smoothly perform non-technical duties.
• Respect for health and safety protocols: this is more of a requirement than a skill but adherence to policies that aim to eliminate or mitigate risk is a necessity.

You must also upload your resume and academic transcripts to be considered.