13th November, 2026
The role
Are you in your final year of study or a recent mechanical engineering graduate? Our Canberra hub is looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to start in early 2027. At BSE you will get practical, hands-on experience across all phases of a project, from design brief and site inspection through to construction and commissioning. You will have a professional development plan and structured support from day one.
Our Canberra team works across government, institutional, residential, education, data centre and transport projects. Recent ACT work includes the Woden Bus Depot, Oaks Canopy, The Borough (recognised as Apartment Project of 2026), the Academy of Interactive Entertainment Canberra Redevelopment, City Walk Renewal, and the Canberra Data Centres Hume Campus and Fyshwick 2.
What you will do
- Assist with mechanical design and documentation, including HVAC and ventilation systems, to scope expectations.
- Carry out design calculations and help prepare return briefs.
- Help develop specifications, plant layouts and equipment selections.
- Attend client and design meetings and site inspections.
- Gain exposure to testing, commissioning and construction support.
- Prepare reports and technical documentation.
- Learn to apply the National Construction Code and relevant Australian Standards to your designs.
- Work with stakeholders, multidisciplinary project teams and relevant authorities.
- Build your knowledge of all building services through our multidisciplinary project teams.
What you will bring - A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or you are in the final year of your degree.
- A thirst for knowledge, curiosity and a proactive approach.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to think laterally.
- Attention to detail, good time management and the ability to meet deadlines.
- A passion for the built environment.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- The ability to build strong working relationships with clients, project teams and internal teams.
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia (preferred).
- Desirable but not essential: relevant work experience or internships, awareness of the National Construction Code and Australian Standards, and familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360, Bluebeam, Hyena, Microsoft Office and OneDrive.
- Don’t tick every box? If you meet most of these, we would still like to hear from you.
Why BSE - A professional development plan and structured support from day one.
- Practical, hands-on experience across all phases of a project, from design brief and site inspection through to construction.
- Exposure to all building services disciplines within a close-knit multidisciplinary team.
- Mentoring from experienced engineers.
- A competitive salary.
- Support for professional associations and memberships.
- Wellbeing support, including EAP, that prioritises mental health and work-life balance.
- An office in the heart of Canberra’s city centre.
- Regular team social events.
About BSE BSE is a 100% Australian-owned national engineering consultancy with hubs in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra and Adelaide. We deliver mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fire protection, sustainability, acoustics, vertical transportation, BIM, communications, lighting and audio-visual services. Our Canberra hub, in the centre of Australia’s seat of government, brings deep experience across government and institutional projects throughout the ACT.
Learn more at www.bse.com.au.
BSE welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
How to apply Apply with your CV, cover letter and academic transcript. Please quote CMECH1126
For a confidential discussion, contact Peta Salter, National People & Culture Business Partner on 0427 684 078 or at careers@bse.com.au.
We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.
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