2027 Graduate Power Engineer

Company Description

“_ _Energy is an exciting place to be working as we continue to see changes in the way we generate, transmit and use electricity across all our markets as we work to decarbonise the industry.” – Mark Lampard, Director - Transmission + Distribution

Come grow with us.

AECOM’s Energy practice provides a wide range of services from consulting and engineering design to energy engineering, energy procurement and construction (EPC) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our understanding of the big picture – and the interconnection between generation, distribution, storage, and the demand side of the meter – allows us to deliver holistic strategies that improve and modernise next generation energy infrastructure. We connect knowledge and experience across our global framework to bring together a unique combination of engineers, planners, scientists, and project managers who advance cleaner, secure, and more sustainable energy solutions.

Everyone belongs at AECOM.

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

Job Description

As a Graduate Power Engineer, you will be exposed to a broad range of design, engineering, and consulting activities across high voltage power systems within the ANZ region. Your work will span Transmission and Distribution networks, distributed generation, and associated infrastructure, covering voltage levels from 11kV to 500kV.

You will support the delivery of a range of large and small projects. Daily activities include contributing to technical design development, engineering calculations, and project documentation. Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, you will assist with coordinating timelines, managing deliverables, and ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with relevant standards.

How you’ll make a difference

• Assist with the design and analysis of HV power systems, including preparation of calculations, drawings, and technical reports
• Support project planning and delivery, including tracking timelines, milestones, and engineering outputs
• Contribute to consultation activities with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders under guidance from senior engineers
• Apply relevant engineering standards, procedures, and safety requirements across all tasks
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and commissioning activities as required
• Actively engage in learning and development, building technical capability and professional engineering skills
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support successful project outcomes

What our Graduate Program offers

• Graduate Introduction: Kickstart connections with peers and leaders.
• Essential Consulting Skills: Master core consulting skills from day one.
• Networking and Learning: Grow your network and industry know-how.
• Mentoring and Career Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals.
• Learning from Experts: Learn directly from industry leaders and specialists.
• Flexible Work Options: Work in a way that fits your life and wellbeing.
• Career Pathways: Get support to progress and step confidently into your next role.

For more information, visit our Early Careers website.

Qualifications

• Graduate Attributes: We’re seeking graduates with strong communication and teamwork skills, a proactive and adaptable mindset, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity.
• Bachelor’s Degree: You must be in your final year or have completed a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or any related discipline.
• Graduate Year: You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program.
• Commencement: You must be able to commence work by February 2027. We are open to mid-year finishers who are able to commence by July 2027.
• Working Rights: You must have full working rights to work in Australia or New Zealand before applying. We do accept candidates with student and graduate visas.

Additional Information

Our Recruitment Process

• Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one single document.
• Online Assessment: Complete our global online strength-based assessment.
• Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team.
• Interview: Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

What sets us apart

We are the trusted global infrastructure leader. Across the globe, we partner with our clients in the public and private sectors to solve their most complex challenges, pioneer innovative solutions and deliver a better world.

Our reputation is recognised globally. We are named the world’s top design firm and ranked #1 in Transportation, General Building, and Environmental Engineering by Engineering News-Record in 2025.

We are also honoured to be listed among Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” for the twelfth consecutive year and recognised as one of the 2025 World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for our commitment to integrity and creating positive impact.

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.