Graduate Structural Engineer 2027 Program

About the Role

Commence your engineering career by engaging in real-world structural projects from the outset. You will gain exposure across various sectors, collaborate on practical challenges, and take early responsibility with comprehensive support from experienced mentors.

What is Structural Engineering?

Structural engineering involves ensuring buildings and infrastructures maintain stability, safety, and performance throughout their lifespan. This discipline encompasses materials like concrete, steel, and timber, and structural components such as foundations, columns, beams, slabs, and lateral support systems. Structural engineers analyze the impacts of loads including gravity, wind, and seismic forces and convert this analysis into detailed guidance for construction teams.

Our Structural Team

Our team designs and evaluates structures of varying scales. We work closely with architects and services engineers, make material selections, develop technical documentation, and conduct on-site visits to resolve issues during construction. Our focus is delivering feasible, practical structures that support overall architectural design.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on a range of projects from commercial interiors to complex mixed-use developments.
• Conduct structural analysis and design for elements made of steel, concrete, and timber.
• Create sketches, models, and detailed documentation translating analysis into buildable specifications.
• Coordinate effectively with architecture and services teams to harmonize structural and building systems.
• Participate in design reviews, risk evaluations, and constructability assessments.
• Perform site visits to monitor construction, respond to queries, and understand real-life design implementation.
• Assist with client meetings by presenting clear and concise design options.

Support and Development

• Benefit from dedicated mentors and regular engagement with senior leadership.
• Access both on-site and online workshops, technical trainings, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Take opportunities to rotate across different disciplines to expand skill sets.
• Receive constructive feedback regularly to accelerate your professional growth.

Program Benefits

• Ownership of visible projects with guidance and coaching as needed.
• Exposure to varied sectors and stages of project development.
• Collaborative work environment with approachable leaders within a small team, supported by a global network of over 22,000 specialists.
• Five weeks of annual leave paired with a supportive workplace culture.
• Opportunities for community engagement including volunteering.

Graduate Program Overview

This two-year program aims to strengthen both your consulting and technical capabilities. Experience client interactions, project progression from concept to construction, and emerge as a confident, reliable advisor. The program includes social and networking activities, multidisciplinary rotations, and practical on-the-job learning.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Near completion or recent graduation from a civil or structural engineering degree with emphasis on structural engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with effective problem-solving abilities.
• Availability to commence work in 2027.
• Legal rights to work in New Zealand for the duration of the program.

Desirable Attributes

• Basic knowledge of structural principles involving concrete and steel.
• Familiarity with structural design software such as ETABS or SpaceGass.
• Fundamental understanding of New Zealand structural standards.
• Relevant experience from academic projects, theses, internships, site work, or drafting.
• Ability to visually sketch and communicate engineering concepts.

Application Process

• Submit resume, cover letter, and academic transcript during application period from 1 to 22 July 2026.
• Participate in an in-person assessment comprising a case study and interview.
• Successful candidates will receive offers from the talent acquisition team.

About the Employer

NDY, part of Tetra Tech, is an engineering consultancy operating across Australia, New Zealand, UK, Ireland, and Canada. We emphasize practical and constructible designs to enable client success in operating safe and efficient buildings. Access to a worldwide specialist network of over 22,000 professionals supports our work.

Inclusion and Accessibility

We strive to build a diverse team reflecting the communities we serve and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments during the selection process are available upon request. As a 2026 Circle Back Initiative employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

Additional Details

• Organization Code: 778 NNZ