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Undergraduate Engineer Opportunities | Australia

SMEC


Job Location:

Sydney - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 12 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About SMEC

At SMEC you wont just observe projects youll contribute from day one.

Were a global engineering consultancy delivering major infrastructure transport water energy and urban development projects. From the Snowy Mountains Scheme to today our work is focused on shaping communities and creating real-world impact.

As part of the Surbana Jurong Group we connect you to a global network of 16000 professionals across 40 countries while still offering hands-on experience within local project teams.

As a familyfriendly employer we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity LGBTI inclusion and First Nations representation with access to strong professional networks role models and mentoring and sponsorship programs.

The Opportunity

Join SMEC as an Undergraduate Engineer and gain paid real-world experience alongside your studies.

We offer opportunities across multiple disciplines including:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Transport / Roads & Highways
  • Water Engineering & Environmental Engineering
  • Sustainability & Energy
  • Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

Youll work on live projects build technical capability and develop your understanding of consulting all while studying.

Your Role

As an Undergraduate Engineer you will:

  • Support engineering design modelling and analysis
  • Assist with technical reports and project documentation
  • Contribute to project delivery across multidisciplinary teams
  • Gain exposure to site work and field activities (where relevant)

Youll build practical skills across both technical and consulting environments setting you up for a graduate role.

About You

Were looking for students who:

  • Are studying Engineering (civil structural environmental mechanical electrical or similar)
  • Have an interest in infrastructure sustainability or the built environment
  • Are proactive curious and eager to learn
  • Work well in collaborative team environments

Why Join SMEC
  • Work on major infrastructure and community-shaping projects
  • Gain hands-on experience while you study
  • Learn from experienced engineers and industry leaders
  • Access mentorship structured learning and on-the-job development
  • Build a pathway into our Graduate Development Program

Youll be encouraged to ask questions take initiative and develop your career from early on.

Application Process

Submit your:

  • CV
  • Cover letter (including preferred discipline & location)
  • Academic transcript

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At Surbana Jurong we put talent hard work teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!


Required Experience:

IC


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For more than 70 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world.

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