Undergraduate Engineer - ITS & Electrical, Roads & Highways

About the role

SMEC, a global engineering consultancy, is recruiting an Undergraduate Engineer in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) and Electrical to join its Roads & Highways team on the Gold Coast. The role supports the design of road, transport and associated technology infrastructure projects across Queensland. It suits an engineering student who wants practical industry experience while completing their degree, working alongside experienced engineers, designers and drafters.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the design and documentation of ITS and electrical components for road and transport infrastructure projects.
• Help prepare technical drawings, calculations, specifications and design documentation.
• Contribute to the design of ITS and electrical infrastructure, including communications, roadside technology, lighting and associated systems.
• Take part in engineering investigations, design reviews and the resolution of technical issues.
• Support the preparation and checking of construction-level documentation, including design drawings, quantities and construction contracts.
• Work with engineers, designers and drafters on multidisciplinary transport projects.
• Support project managers on project documentation, data management and quality assurance.

Required profile

• Currently studying a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering or a similar related discipline.
• Interest in ITS, electrical engineering and transport infrastructure, and in technology-driven transport solutions such as communications and roadside systems.
• Ability to understand and apply technical and engineering principles, and to communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions and take on increasing technical responsibility.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Full Australian working rights.

Required skills

• Interest in developing engineering and CADD capabilities, including the Autodesk suite of products.

Applications are made online through the company's careers process; the role does not require agency input.