The Role
As a Graduate at SMEC, you'll be part of a high-impact talent group, contributing to the delivery of major infrastructure projects alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.
As a Graduate at SMEC, you'll be part of a high-impact talent group, contributing to the delivery of major infrastructure projects alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.
Our two-year Graduate Development Program (GDP) is designed to accelerate your growth — combining hands-on project experience with structured learning, mentoring, and exposure across teams and disciplines.
Once completed, successful Graduates move along our Career Pathways, transitioning to their Skilled title (either 'Graduate' or 'Scientist' depending on the technical discipline) and then onwards.
Growth is a balanced blend of experience, tenure, development, goals and desired trajectory.
What You Can Expect
Real project exposure from day one across major infrastructure projects
A connected ANZ graduate network and strong peer community
Mentoring from senior engineers and technical specialists
Structured development through workshops, online learning, and immersive experiences
Opportunities to build consulting skills including communication, collaboration, and problem-solving
Industry and global networking opportunities across the SJ Group
Ongoing development beyond the GDP, with support for further study
Key Responsibilities




You'll support the delivery of geotechnical engineering projects from day one — contributing to investigations, analysis and technical documentation while learning from experienced engineers and gaining exposure to site and project delivery.
Contribute to the delivery of geotechnical projects by supporting site investigations, data interpretation and technical reporting
Assist with geotechnical analysis, including soil and rock assessment, under the guidance of senior engineers
Participate in site visits and ground investigations to develop an understanding of subsurface conditions and construction methods
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate geotechnical inputs and support project delivery
Learn and apply industry standards, tools and best practice through structured development and on-the-job experience
About You
You're a motivated Civil or Geotechnical Engineering graduate who enjoys problem-solving, working in teams, and contributing to real-world infrastructure projects.
You Will Bring
A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A proactive and adaptable mindset, with a willingness to learn and take initiative
Exposure to geotechnical or modelling tools, GIS, or data analysis software (advantageous)
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively.
Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
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📌 Graduate Engineer – Geotechnical & Tunnel Engineering (Feb 2027 Program) (Adelaide)
🏢 SMEC (An SJ Group
📍 Adelaide