Part Time Student Engineer (Electrical)

Reference: BH-175664
Build your engineering career by working on live transport and electrical projects where innovation and professional growth are encouraged.

Location: Gold Coast
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Start Date: 7th Oct 2025
Hours: Part-time 2-3 days per week during semesters and full-time during Uni holidays
 
About the Role

The Student Engineer (Electrical) position provides structured, paid industry experience that complements your university studies. You will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects, gaining exposure to asset management, electrical design, project delivery, and commissioning activities.
This role is offered on a part-time basis during semesters (2–3 days per week), with the option to work full-time during university holidays, providing flexibility while supporting your professional development.


Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical support on electrical engineering aspects of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), traffic signals, road lighting, and related electrical applications.
  • Assist with the investigation and analysis of engineering designs and projects, applying relevant legislation, standards, and engineering principles.
  • Contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of ITS, electrical, and infrastructure projects within agreed scope, time, cost, and quality expectations.
  • Support the preparation of electrical and communications system designs for ITS and related applications.
  • Participate in multi-disciplinary project teams involved in delivering ITS infrastructure.
  • Assist in applying asset management strategies, including maintenance and refurbishment planning.
  • Prepare technical reports, provide clear written and verbal advice, and respond to enquiries as required.

Selection Criteria

Mandatory Requirements:
  • Current enrolment in a Bachelor of Engineering or dual-degree equivalence (electrical or related discipline).
  • Valid Class C driver’s licence.
  • Construction Industry Induction (White Card).
  • Ability to provide suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to undertake and pass Criminal History Screening.

Additional Capabilities:
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
  • Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • A proactive approach to learning and applying engineering concepts in practice.


How to Apply

Applications should include:
  • A current resume detailing your studies, skills, and relevant experience.
  • A brief cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed above.

Please note: Only candidates who meet the mandatory selection criteria will be shortlisted.
 

Chandler Macleod is an equal opportunity employer as part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, disability and culturally and linguistics candidates are also encouraged to apply.

For application queries, please contact anna.dziopa@chandlermacleod.com stating the job reference number in the subject line.
Applications close Wednesday, 10th September 2025
Company Background:

Chandler Macleod is a highly regarded and well established recruitment organisation, part of RGF Staffing and Recruit Holdings, the fourth largest staffing network in the world! We partner with over 3500 companies globally providing job hunters with endless opportunities to find and succeed in their work.

Chandler Macleod knows what it takes to recruit, select, and retain the best people. We’re in the business of understanding how people tick because we’ve been digging deep into people’s needs and motivations since 1959.

We uncover the ‘BestFit™’ for employers and job hunters alike by looking beyond the CV’s and JD’s. This allows us to match candidates to jobs that bring out their best and discover people that can make businesses boom.

We’re a team of flexible thinkers and detail obsessors, who believe that the right fit can lead to a happier life. Because when you really get people, you really open up a world of opportunity.

There are several brands that make up Chandler Macleod, these include our Staffing business, our Consulting business, our xPO Talent Solutions business and our Managed Services business.

You can learn more at our website: www.chandlermacleod.com

We are Chandler Macleod. We get people.

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