Graduate Electrical Engineer

“I joined AECOM because of the priority and strategic direction of the business on Energy Transition and Sustainable Legacies with the ability to leverage the global expertise through the Think and Act Globally strategy. The capability and offering of the Energy team is well established, highly competent and passionate about making a difference, and it’s great to see many people returning to AECOM!” Heidi Sick, Regional Business Line Director – Energy ANZ

Come and grow with us.

AECOM’s Energy practice across Australia and New Zealand comprises approximately 250 experts, offering a broad range of services, including consulting, engineering design, energy procurement, and EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our comprehensive understanding of the entire energy landscape - from generation and distribution to storage and demand-side management enables us to develop holistic strategies that enhance and modernise next-generation energy infrastructure.

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.

At AECOM, you will work in a dynamic environment where your integrity and pioneering mindset are championed.

As our energy team continues to grow, we have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join us and begin your career in the energy industry. This is a chance to work on impactful Grid Interconnection Studies and gain hands-on experience across Islanded Systems, diverse power system studies (such as Battery Energy Storage Systems and Onshore Transmission), and grow toward future opportunities in Owner’s Engineer (OE) roles.

What Our Graduate Program Offers:

• 2-Year Graduate program: Kickstart your career in a flexible working environment.
• Graduate Induction: Participate in an event to meet fellow graduates and connect with leaders in the business.
• Transition to a Professional: Seamless transition into professional level role at the completion of the graduate program.
• Networking and Informative Opportunities: Engage in events hosted by our Connect Committee to expand your network and your knowledge.
• Mentoring Opportunities: Receive guidance and support from experienced professionals to help you achieve your career goals.
• Learn from Technical Experts: Enhance and share knowledge, skills and ideas from industry leaders that are essential to career progression.

How you’ll make a difference

• Support projects from early feasibility through to concept and detailed design, contributing to the integration of solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems.
• Assist with cable rating studies using industry tools such as CYMCAP (training provided).
• Learn to apply Australian Standards, National Electricity Rules (NER), and network service provider (NSP) guidelines to ensure the safe and compliant design of electrical infrastructure.
• Work alongside senior engineers to conduct grid connection and planning studies for renewable energy, storage, hybrid systems, and industrial loads.
• Contribute to technical reports and presentations, with opportunities to be involved in site inspections and stakeholder meetings.
• Be part of a team committed to sustainability, the energy transition, and delivering major renewable energy projects across Australia and beyond.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about clean energy and eager to build a strong foundation in power systems engineering with mentorship and support from an experienced team.

Who we’re looking for:

• Final year students or recent graduates with a degree in Electrical Engineering.
• An understanding of renewable energy technologies and their role in the power system.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and a desire to apply them in real-world scenarios.
• Enthusiasm to learn, contribute to technical work, and collaborate in a team environment.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail, especially in writing and reviewing reports and documentation.
• You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program.
• You must be able to commence work by February 2026. We are open to mid-year finishers who are able to commence by July 2026.

Our Recruitment Process 

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

At AECOM, we review applications as they come in and will begin interviews as soon as we identify suitable candidates. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.

#Work180

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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 $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. 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.