2027 Graduate

Start Your Career Where It Matters Most

Schneider Electric 2027 Graduate Program (Technical)

Location: Townsville, Queensland

Build your career in Townsville

Launch your graduate career in Townsville, where you’ll have the opportunity to build hands-on technical experience while developing your career in North Queensland.

For graduates already based in the region, or those looking for an opportunity to make a move, this is a chance to build your career outside the major capital cities while still being part of a global organisation. You’ll gain meaningful experience, work closely with the local team and contribute to real projects and customer outcomes from the beginning of your career.

Building Automation & Controls

Start your engineering career working with the technology that makes buildings smarter, safer and more energy efficient.

As a Graduate Engineer within our Building Management Systems (BMS) team, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to building automation, controls, mechanical and electrical systems, and digital technologies while working on real building projects.

You’ll get involved in areas such as BMS and HVAC systems, sensors and controls, engineering drawings, testing and commissioning, troubleshooting, and smart-building and energy management technologies. You’ll also work alongside project managers, engineers, contractors and customers, giving you practical exposure to how building automation solutions are delivered.

Why Schneider Electric?

At Schneider, we don’t just offer jobs, we build careers with purpose.

Work for the world’s most sustainable company

Grow through a structured program combining foundational learning and stretch assignments

Be part of an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative culture

Gain exposure to leading technologies shaping the future

Make an Impact from Day One

We’re looking for curious, driven graduates ready to challenge the status quo and help shape a more sustainable, digital future.

If you’re passionate about innovation, sustainability, and creating real-world impact, this program is for you.

About the Program

• Our 2-year Graduate Program is designed to help you learn, grow, and create impact:
• Year 1 – Foundation Year (Learn & Develop)
• Build strong foundations through structured learning
• Gain hands-on experience
• Exposure to Schneider Electric’s cutting-edge technologies and great collaborative work environment
• Year 2 – Stretch Assignment (Thrive & Impact)
• Step into a meaningful mission across diverse business areas
• Apply your skills in meaningful ways and take real ownership of your work
• Make a tangible impact by contributing directly to projects and customer outcomes
• Program Duration: February 2027 – January 2029

Who We’re Looking For

• A recent graduate or in your final year of study
• Studying Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronic) or a related discipline
• Passionate about digitalization, sustainability, and innovation
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn
• A strong problem solver with great communication skills
• Interested in emerging technologies (data, automation, digital solutions)
• Aligned with Schneider Electric’s IMPACT Values

Eligibility

You must

• Be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, Australian PR, or
• Hold Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) with at least 2 years validity remaining at the time of application
• Graduated with a Bachelor's degree in the previously mentioned disciplines, in 2024, 2025, or 2026

What to Expect

The recruitment process may include the below, subject to shortlisting at each stage:

Online application

Digital strengths assessment

In-person assessment centre and 1:1 interview

Join us in creating a sustainable future and make an impact! Apply Now!

Rewards designed for you

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It’s more than just pay and benefits—it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential. The package helps you care for yourself and your family, plan your future, grow your skills and career, collaborate in an inclusive workplace, and contribute to your community. At Schneider Electric, we’re here for what matters most to you. Discover more at our Career Page.

• Country-specific programs and initiatives may be available.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

€40 billion global revenue

+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

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