2027 Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Water
Stantec is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineering Graduate to join our Water team in Sydney.
What we provide
Join an award winning two-year graduate development program where you gain hands-on experience, personalised mentoring, and strong technical support to help you grow with confidence.
Connect with our global Developing Professionals network, opening opportunities to build your career internationally while taking part in networking and community-building activities.
Work flexibly and access a wide range of benefits, including mental health support, salary packaging, our Employee Assistance Program, and Rewards and Benefits Program.
Receive support on your pathway to professional accreditation, including Chartered Engineer or Environmental Professional status.
Your career journey is in your hands. After the two-year graduate program, you can explore a range of pathways that align with your strengths and passions—whether that’s leadership, project management, or deep technical expertise
Being part of a big multidisciplinary organisation means you’ll work alongside talented people from different fields—bringing fresh ideas and energy to every project.
With us, not only will you work as part of an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse team, but also be able to develop your skills and knowledge in designing the future of engineering and shape your own career along the journey.
You will be in the Water Infrastructure team and have the opportunity to work with projects from planning, design and construction of water/ wastewater facilities to ensure smooth operation of water infrastructure asset to serve our community.
What will you be doing day to day?
Carry out site investigation under supervision of senior engineer, collect site constraints and data as input to Mechanical design.
Perform Mechanical engineering tasks as assigned by the lead engineer which may include design calculation, assist in specifying mechanical components/ equipment, produce design sketches, collaborate with drafting and multi-disciplinary team to produce design model and drawings, datasheets, equipment specifications, reports, design criteria to support water infrastructure projects.
Attend design meeting and implement action items into the design under supervision of senior engineer.
Asist with developing and managing project scope including cost estimates, budget, staffing and schedule.
Work collaboratively with our location clients and colleagues across NSW and Australia
Work in project offices, involved in different project types such as Water/ Wastewater treatment plant with support of senior engineer if required.
Why Stantec?
Stantec empowers people to rise to the world’s greatest challenges. As a global company of more than 34,000 people across 450 locations worldwide, with a strong local focus, graduates gain meaningful experience, diverse perspectives, and career opportunities that can take them anywhere.
How to Apply:
Please submit CV, cover letter—explaining your passion and interest in Water, academic transcript and ensure you fill in the application form when applying!
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About You
Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering
Passion for learning and problem-solving
Australian Citizen, PR or NZ Citizen.
Currently in final year of degree or 1-2 years post-graduation