Job Description

AECOM’s Resources & Industrial team delivers innovative engineering solutions across the mining, minerals processing, industrial, energy and infrastructure sectors. Working with clients throughout Queensland and across Australia, the team supports the planning, design and delivery of projects that help power industry and enable sustainable growth. Based in Townsville, this Cadet Structural Designer role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while working alongside experienced engineers and designers on a diverse range of projects.

This is a perfect role for candidates wanting to study for their Associate Degree in Civil Engineering at University of Southern QLD or Central QLD University in 2027 and work at the same time.

AECOM will pay for your studies and you'll have a paid job with us. Do not miss this opportunity!

In this role, you will:

- Assist with providing drafting and design input, as well as technical support in the production of engineering drawings and documentation.
- Contribute to the delivery of small to major projects, including mining, industrial and infrastructure projects.




- Produce accurate and high-quality design drawings and documentation with a strong attention to detail.
- Collaborate with senior and lead designers, engineers and project managers to deliver project outcomes.
- Develop practical technical skills and gain exposure to multidisciplinary project delivery across the project lifecycle.
- Work within a fast‑paced and dynamic team workplace while building your professional engineering career.

Qualifications

- We are looking for someone that is keen to kick start their career in civil design, that has the drive and motivation to learn from our professional and technical teams, and has the aptitude to apply their studies to real‑life work.
- The educational requirements for this role are that you have completed, or are currently completing, your Year 12 studies, and will meet the minimum enrolment requirements into an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering through the University of Southern Qld or Central QLD University.
- An interest in structural drafting, mining, industrial or heavy industry projects.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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📌 2027 Cadet Structural Designer (Townsville City)
🏢 Aecom
📍 Townsville City