Great people. Great Engineers.
Start your career on real projects from day one. Work across sectors, solve practical problems and take early ownership with support from people who back you to grow.
What are electrical services?
Electrical services cover power and lighting in a building. They include mains power, switchboards, lighting, emergency power, earthing and power quality.
What the electrical team does
Our electrical team designs safe, efficient power and lighting systems. We plan cable routes and infrastructure, size switchboards and backup power, integrate solar photovoltaics (PV), and coordinate with information and communications technology (ICT) pathways. We turn client goals into clear, buildable designs.
Why this role
- Work on live projects across a wide range of project types including offices, retail, education, residential, transport and data centres
- Learn by doing with coaching, feedback and real mentoring
- Share ideas that get picked up and built
What you’ll do
- Develop electrical designs for power, lighting and infrastructure that meet codes and client goals
- Contribute to cable routing, earthing, switchboards, backup power and solar PV
- Build models and reports for power studies, lighting, energy assessments and 3D layouts
- Coordinate with architects and other engineering disciplines to turn concepts into buildable solutions
- Join site visits to see designs installed, tested and commissioned
- Support client meetings, capture requirements and present clear options
- Improve the brief where you can to deliver safer, simpler and more sustainable outcomes
How we’ll support you
- A dedicated buddy and mentor, plus regular check-ins with senior leaders
- Onsite and virtual workshops, technical training and knowledge shares
- Rotation opportunities across disciplines to broaden your skills
- Practical feedback loops so you can see progress fast
What you’ll get
- Early ownership on visible projects with coaching when you need it
- Variety that stretches you across sectors and project stages
- Approachable leaders and a small team feel, backed by Tetra Tech’s network of more than 22,000 specialists
- 5 weeks of annual leave and a supportive team culture
- Chances to give back, including volunteering with EWB and community initiatives
About our graduate program
Our two year program builds your consulting and technical skills. You will work with clients, learn how projects move from sketch to site and grow your confidence as a trusted adviser. You will join social and networking events, rotate across disciplines and get hands on experience that sets you up for a strong career.
Must haves
- Near completion of, or recently completed, an electrical engineering degree
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Curious mindset with problem solving skills
- Available to start in 2027
- Full Australian working rights for the duration of the program
Nice to haves
- Internship or project experience in building services, power systems or lighting design
- Familiarity with Australian Standards and the National Construction Code (NCC)
- Exposure to design or modelling tools for power, lighting, energy or 3D drafting
- Interest in sustainability ratings such as Green Star and NABERS
- Involvement with Engineers Without Borders (EWB) or student societies
If you meet most of the criteria but not all, please apply.
How to apply
Applications open on 1 July 2026 and close on 2 August 2026.
Our four-step process:
- Application – submit your resume, cover letter and academic transcript
- Online assessment – complete an assessment and short video interview
- Assessment Stage – Depending on the NDY office and role you’ve applied for, you may be invited to either:
- Attend a face-to-face assessment centre (including group activities), followed by a final interview, or
- Complete an in-person case study, followed by an interview.
- Offer – successful candidates receive an offer from our talent acquisition team
About us
NDY, A Tetra Tech Company, is a consulting engineering firm that works with clients and design partners across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada. We focus on practical, buildable design that helps clients run safe, comfortable and efficient buildings. As part of Tetra Tech, we can draw on a global network of more than 22,000 specialists when projects call for it.
Equal opportunity and Circle Back
We’re building a team that reflects the communities where we work. If you need adjustments during the application process, please tell us. We support reconciliation through our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and we’re recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. As a 2026 Circle Back Initiative employer, we’re committed to responding to every applicant.