Graduate Engineer in Melbourne

Launch Your Engineering Career with Australia's Industrial Refrigeration Leader. Gordon Brothers Industries (GBI), part of the Johnson Controls (JCI) family, is Australia's largest industrial refrigeration company and a trusted partner to some of the nation's most critical industries. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and offices all across Australia, GBI specialises in the design, construction, commissioning, service, and maintenance of complex industrial refrigeration systems.

Supporting industries including food and beverage manufacturing, cold storage, pharmaceutical production, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and distribution, GBI delivers innovative solutions that improve safety, reliability, efficiency, and sustainability. As part of Johnson Controls, a global leader in industrial cooling, energy efficiency, and decarbonisation solutions, GBI combines local expertise with access to world-class technologies, resources, and innovation.

This is more than a graduate role. It's an opportunity to develop into a well-rounded engineer while working alongside industry experts on large-scale industrial refrigeration and engineering projects.

You'll gain hands-on exposure to:

• Industrial refrigeration system design and engineering
• Project management and project delivery
• Manufacturing and construction environments
• Client engagement and technical consulting
• Site commissioning and operational support
• Safety, compliance, and risk management
• Emerging sustainability and energy-efficiency technologies

Whether your long-term goal is technical leadership, project management, design engineering, or consulting, this role provides a strong foundation for a successful engineering career.

What We Offer:

• Exposure to diverse engineering disciplines and projects
• Structured training and professional development
• Mentorship from highly experienced engineers and industry specialists
• Competitive salary package
• Career progression opportunities within GBI and the broader Johnson Controls network
• A collaborative and supportive team environment

Due to continued business growth, we are seeking a motivated Graduate Engineer to join our Brunswick-based team. Working closely with experienced Engineers, Project Managers, and Service Teams, you'll play an important role in supporting the design, delivery, and ongoing optimisation of industrial refrigeration solutions for leading Australian businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with engineering calculations and refrigeration system design.
• Support the preparation of estimates, tenders, and project proposals.
• Evaluate existing refrigeration systems and identify improvement opportunities for clients.
• Participate in project management activities, including procurement, scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and project administration.
• Assist with cost control and successful project delivery.
• Contribute to risk assessments, safety planning, and compliance activities.
• Develop knowledge of Australian and international engineering standards and ensure adherence across projects.
• Prepare engineering drawings and documentation using AutoCAD and other drafting tools.
• Conduct site inspections, engineering audits, and technical assessments.
• Prepare clear and professional client reports.
• Support commissioning activities for new refrigeration installations.
• Collaborate with the Service team to deliver technical support and engineering solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and project management processes.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

We are looking for an enthusiastic graduate who is eager to learn, technically curious, and excited by the opportunity to work in a specialised and highly regarded engineering sector.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Process, or Chemical Engineering
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Current Australian driver's licence
• Full working rights within Australia

Desirable:

• Experience using AutoCAD or similar design software
• Exposure to refrigeration, energy, manufacturing, or process industries
• Previous engineering internship or industry placement experience

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an industry leader and gain exposure to the full engineering project lifecycle, from concept and design through to commissioning and operational support. If you're looking to kick-start your engineering career with a company that invests in its people, values innovation, and offers genuine long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Only applicants with current Australian work rights will be considered. Please note that pre-employment checks, including reference checks, medical assessments, criminal history checks, and drug & alcohol testing, will form part of the recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.