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Kickstart your career with Lucid, where curiosity and bold thinking turn ideas into impact. You’ll learn from industry leaders, work on real projects, and grow through clear pathways and contemporary tools. Join a team that values insight, initiative, and collaboration while shaping a better world.
What this role is all about
As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer in our Melbourne office, you will work alongside experienced engineers to deliver innovative and sustainable building services solutions across a diverse range of projects.
You will gain hands-on experience in mechanical systems design, engineering calculations, modelling, documentation, and project delivery while building your technical expertise. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to meaningful projects, develop strong stakeholder relationships, and help create smarter, more sustainable environments that positively impact our clients, communities, and the built environment.
How you’ll contribute day-to-day
- Assist with the design and delivery of innovative mechanical building services solutions across a range of projects.
- Undertake engineering calculations, analysis, and technical design activities under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Develop and apply proficiency in industry-standard engineering software, including AutoCAD and Revit.
- Prepare high-quality technical reports, specifications, and project documentation.
- Collaborate with clients, contractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams to support successful project outcomes.
- Attend project and site meetings,
gaining valuable exposure to project delivery and stakeholder management.
- Represent Lucid at industry events, networking opportunities, and career development activities.
- Contribute to sustainable and technically excellent solutions that create positive outcomes for our clients and communities.
What sets you up for success
- Holding a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply engineering principles to real-world challenges.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients, consultants, and project teams.
- A genuine interest in sustainable design and a desire to contribute to innovative, future-focused engineering solutions.
- A collaborative mindset, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn from experienced professionals.
- Full and unrestricted Australian working rights.
- Australian citizenship is preferred, as some of our projects require eligibility for Defence Baseline Security Clearance and access to critical Australian infrastructure projects.
Life at Lucid
At Lucid, our people do more than deliver projects; they shape outcomes that matter. Their curiosity, commitment, and drive to do things better are what set us apart. It’s why we’ve built a workplace where people can thrive, grow, and make an impact.
Lucid started in Adelaide with a simple belief: we could do things better. Not by being the biggest; but by being the most thoughtful, responsive, and grounded partner to our clients.
Today, we’re a team of 350+ people across Australia, united by a drive to turn complexity into clarity. Along the way, our people have opened new offices, led national projects, and grown from graduates to leaders; shaping Lucid’s journey as they shaped their own.
Lucid’s culture is built on relationships; and creating an environment where people can do great work. It’s where curiosity is backed, initiative is supported, and growth isn’t just encouraged; it’s expected.
We’re a team that shares accountability.
Let's make it happen
Apply online with your resume and a cover letter that shows how you'll thrive in this role.
Got questions? Reach out to
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At Lucid, we're committed to building a workplace where people are respected, supported and able to do their best work. We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and their families.
If this chance aligns with your experience we'd love to hear from you. If you're unsure whether your experience is the right fit, we encourage you to apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
We don't use AI in our recruitment process, so our response times may occasionally be a little longer than others. We're a people-focused business and believe a person-to-person approach is the best way to connect, assess and support our candidates throughout their journey with Lucid.
📌 Graduate Mechanical Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Lucid Consulting Australia
📍 Melbourne