Vacation Student - Design Engineer

The Opportunity

This role forms part of our 12-week paid summer Vacation Program, that runs between November 2026 – February 2027.  Fugro’s Vacation Program is a key recruitment strategy for our future Graduate offers and creates a platform and opportunity for you to gain hands on experience to determine if this career direction is for you, whilst equally showcasing your ability, motivation, and attitude to our team.

As a Vacation Student - Design Engineer, you will get to be involved in Project Design/Structural Engineering Design, located in West Perth, where you would support our teams with:

• Design of steel structures, subsea installation aids, or similar
• Performing design calculations
• Assisting projecting engineering team as required

Who are we

We are Fugro, the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, focused on mapping, modeling and monitoring data about the earth’s surface and the structures built upon it. With clients spanning land, sea and space, our respected reputation is grounded in valuing our employees as our greatest asset, a steadfast commitment to delivery excellence, and an innovative approach that leverages cutting-edge technology to solve our clients' challenges.

Based in West Perth, this role forms part of our Marine Asset Integrity (MAI) area, which will give you solid fundamental knowledge and exposure to projects in our Subsea Inspection, Repair, Maintenance (IRM) and Marine Operations portion of the business.

How we work

We embrace a modern and collaborative work culture, where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves; all voices heard, all cultures respected.

Fugro is committed to helping our employees move towards their full potential, through alignment, autonomy, and personal accountability, in a supportive, information sharing work environment.  While we support remote work, we also value face-to-face interactions, whiteboard discussions and sharing a meal together.

About You

We are interested in taking applicants from the following courses.

• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil/Structural Engineering
• Naval Architecture
• Similar Engineering fields

Your success in securing this role will require:

• Proficient in SolidWorks or other 3D modelling software
• Be in your penultimate year of your degree
• Working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel
• Good verbal communication, interfacing and writing skills
• Hands on practical experience (part of motorsports team, previous trade experience, hobbyist, etc.) would be an advantage

Fugro offers

• Flexible working hours to support your work-life balance and personal commitments
• Inclusive, information sharing culture where colleagues set each other up for success
• A dynamic and informal atmosphere where self-expression is encouraged
• An emphasis on learning and personal development

How to apply

Please attach your CV as well as a one page covering letter addressing the items below:

• What you hope to get from the opportunity
• What you can bring to the role
• When you are due to finish your studies
• Your working rights/ visa information

We will be phoning applicants in June and running a group interview morning on Thursday 16 July 2026, between 9am – 1pm, with morning tea provided.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.