2026 Graduate Program - Mechanical Engineering Graduate

CIMIC Group Graduate Program

Ugl

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

CIMIC Group invests in future leaders by providing graduates with exposure to a global organisation across multiple industries. The CIMIC Group graduate program gives graduates the opportunity to learn and develop while working on some of the world’s most iconic construction, mining, mineral processing, services, and public private partnership projects – you’ll be part of something BIGGER.

Graduates enter the program working at one of CIMIC Group’s companies. For an overview of CIMIC Group visit cimic.com.au. 

You will receive a permanent position and structured on-the-job training, guided learning plans and leadership mentoring. Over the two-year program, you will be building your career as you experience two one-year rotations with placements in various roles and projects. 

Your future starts here! 

Are you an ambitious engineering graduate ready to make your mark? Join UGL and you’ll work with an experienced team on transformative projects such as renewable energy systems, power transmission, rail infrastructure, or national defence initiatives. Shape the future and contribute to a legacy of excellence since 1899.

UGL is looking for VIC based final year Mechanical Engineering university students, or graduates who completed their degree in 2024. One of your two rotations may include an opportunity to join our Fuels & Energy business where we focus on project execution, maintenance, and asset management, particularly in the oil and gas sector. Expect to travel to regional sites or work FIFO, where you will gain invaluable hands-on experience as an engineer.

For your first 12 month rotation, expect to travel to site where you will gain invaluable hands-on onsite experience as an engineer.

To be successful in this program, you will have the capability to:

• Be flexible, adaptable, and proactive in learning new skills.
• Work both autonomously and collaboratively within teams.
• Deliver high-quality, outcome-driven work and stay self-motivated.
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders and communicate effectively.
• Innovate and propose creative solutions and be willing to FIFO/relocate for program rotations.
•  CIMIC Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. 
• Eligibility: Australian citizens, permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens
• Applications Close: 24th October 2025
• Program Start Date: 2nd February 2026

Job Ref: 265539