AI Job SummaryACOR is a national, employee-owned engineering consulting firm, offering a full range of specialist engineering services across multiple sectors.
We have a proven track record for the successful delivery of large-scale multi-discipline projects, as well as smaller niche assignments.
Our client's needs are at the core of everything we do – their success is our success.
We're proud of our workplace culture, and we reward and recognise our people who best represent our company values of excellence, passion, caring, integrity, collaboration and courage.
About the roleAs a Graduate Engineer, you'll support the success of ACOR, both locally and on a national level.
We are seeking applications for our 2026 Graduate program across all disciplines including structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, sustainability, hydraulics, facades, fire services, acoustics, chemical and energy.
You'll join established teams and be an active contributor to projects spanning defence, social infrastructure (health, education, justice, community), government, mixed-use, commercial, retail and multi-residential developments.
In addition to hands-on training, you'll join colleagues on our formal graduate development program which aims to grow and develop your career by offering additional training and development tools to understand how to be a successful consulting engineer.
While each day is different you can expect to:
Work with established engineers to understand project scopes and deliverablesDevelop design projects or components of projects through all phases of design developmentAttend client meetings alongside senior engineers as ACOR representation in project design meetings with external stakeholdersParticipate in design and safety reviews and risk assessmentsIn addition to hands-on training, you will join colleagues in our formal graduate development program, which aims to grow and develop your career by offering additional training and development tools to help you understand how to be a successful consulting engineer.
Our 2-year Graduate Program includes:
Monthly training sessions supporting skill development in project management, personal brand, business development, leadership and consultingA comprehensive support network including a technical mentor, a career mentor, a buddy, our learning and development leader and our program coordinatorA three-day boot camp where all grads come together in one locationWhen accepted for our Graduate Program, you also gain a permanent full-time role with our company and will maintain this role beyond the 2-year duration of the program.
Benefits and perksWe are looking to invest and develop this role, to build a long-term career within ACOR.
You will be given exposure to multiple facets of engineering design & project management, with ongoing support and development opportunities from the wider, national team.
Attractive remuneration package, commensurate with experienceFormal graduate development program with ongoing learning & development focused on your career ambitionsEmployee Assistance ProgramDiscounts on everyday products and servicesRegular social and fundraising events100% employee-owned companySkills and experienceWe're looking for:
Recent, relevant engineering qualificationsExcellent communication skillsAn interest in engineering design and project managementHigh level of organisational skillsDue to the nature of the projects in which we work, we are only able to consider applications from candidates with Australian Citizenship who are eligible for baseline security clearance.Applications for our 2026 intake are open until 10th of April with assessments and interviews occurring in June and July 2025.
Our 2026 Graduate Program will commence in February 2026.
While there may be scope in some disciplines for earlier start dates, most Graduates will onboard with us during the first week of February 2026.
If you are ready to start your career in a leading design consultancy, working on diverse projects please apply now.
Job DetailsJob type: Graduate JobsWork rights: Australian CitizenLocations: DarwinPosition Start Date: Feb 2026 (approx)Closing Date: 10th May 2025, 1:59 pm
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