Graduate Engineer

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Your KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world

About KBR:

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.

KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries. 

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.

KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.

Learn more about our business here.

The Opportunity

Our Maritime Account seeks an energetic and motivated Graduate Engineer to join their team. As the Graduate Engineer, you will be responsible for driving your own development and experience in an Engineering Rotation Program as directed by your line manager.

During your engineering rotation, you will have the opportunity to support various line managers in the delivery of engineering assurance functions. You will develop skills in Asset Management including System Safety, Certification Basis, Engineering, Logistics Support and Configuration Management.

You will be exposed to various engineering and technical issues related to HMA Ship’s, landing craft and shore support facilities. You will report to the Engineering Assurance Manager and your direct line Manager is the Platform Systems Lead.

Responsibilities

• Every 6 months rotate to various engineering functions including but not limited to Systems Safety, Certification and Platform Engineering while reporting to the functional manager to establish experience and develop skills in Maritime Seaworthiness and Assurance.
• Under direction, perform activities related to engineering function and contribute to engineering assurance outcomes and deliverables.
• Under direction, conduct investigations and relating to platform system assets, including the verification and validation of technical data.
• Under direction, work within a multidisciplinary team to develop design requirements and solutions in the context of engineering change management and configuration management.
• Participate in design reviews, verification and validation activities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical Engineering or related discipline or Naval Architecture.
• Eligible for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) clearance on relevant ship systems.

Desirable:

• Experience in Defence Industry.
• Previous Engineering experience.
• AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance.

What we will offer you:

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid parental leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now! Contact Temara Bassett for a confidential discussion on 07 3721 6261 or email Temara.Bassett@kbr.com.

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

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