Company Description
“I work for AECOM because they cover a broad engineering landscape which challenges our engineering and consultancy skills through the best B+P projects both nationally and internally. The depth of skill and knowledge across the regions means anything is possible.” – Sean O’Leary, Practice Leader, Building Services VIC + SA
Come grow with us.
Our Buildings and Places team combines urban planning, building design, and engineering expertise to create sustainable, liveable, and equitable cities. With a portfolio of iconic, award-winning buildings and landscapes, we deliver projects from strategic planning to completion, fostering connections between people and place. Focused on innovation and digital capabilities, we ensure efficiency and scalability across urbanism, architecture, engineering, and project management. We work across diverse sectors - social infrastructure, transit, technology, commercial real estate - delivering high-performance facilities that promote long-term health and wellbeing. With cutting-edge technology and a global network, we tackle complex challenges to shape the built environment.
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
Our Building Engineering team specialises in the planning, design, monitoring, and inspection of hydraulic systems. We are seeking a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Canberra. This role offers the exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects across multiple sectors, including Defence, Data Centres, Space, Commercial, Hospitals, Highways, Rail & Metro, and Airports. You will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with industry and governmental standards while contributing to innovative solutions.
How you’ll make a difference:
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Support in managing and designing heating, cooling, and ventilation demands, as well as energy-efficient HVAC systems using sustainable solutions to reduce energy consumption.
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Assist with the evaluation and inspection of HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with standards.
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Contribute to the development of proposals, progress reports, and technical findings for clients and stakeholders.
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Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to help achieve project objectives.
What our Graduate Program offers:
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Graduate Introduction: Kickstart connections with peers and leaders.
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Essential Consulting Skills: Master core consulting skills from day one.
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Networking and Learning: Grow your network and industry know-how.
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Mentoring and Career Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals.
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Learning from Experts: Learn directly from industry leaders and specialists.
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Flexible Work Options: Work in a way that fits your life and wellbeing.
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Career Pathways: Get support to progress and step confidently into your next role.
For more information, visit our Early Careers website.
Qualifications
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Graduate Attributes: We’re seeking graduates with strong communication and teamwork skills, a proactive and adaptable mindset, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity.
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Bachelor’s Degree: You must be in your final year or completed a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or any related discipline.
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Graduate Year: You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program.
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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.
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Working Rights & Security Clearance: Candidates must hold Australian citizenship and be eligible to obtain the required Defence Security Clearance for this role.
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.
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Online Assessment: Complete our global online strength-based assessment.
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Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team.
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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. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
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.
