Graduate Engineer - Applied Science

Job description
Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.



Our Applied Science practice leverages a unique combination of technologies and expertise to engineer practical solutions to problems of national and international importance. We apply expertise in solid and fluid dynamics, materials science, acoustics, risk assessments and computational simulation methods to solve complex problems. We perform research, mathematical modeling, software development and design to manage risks to life safety in military platforms and installations, ships and submarines, critical infrastructure, tall buildings, public facilities, industrial and petrochemical plants and automotive and airborne vehicles. Military, government, corporate and academic clients’ value the validation of Applied Science’s software and the critical insights gained from correlating analysis with testing.



The Role

We have an opportunity for Engineers to join our Applied Science team in Perth, Australia where we use our expert knowledge to develop technical and bespoke solutions for our clients. Our clients include Oil & Gas and petrochemical operators, Engineering, Construction, Procurement and Maintenance (EPCM) contractors as well as specialised consultants and industry bodies. Our office is a client-facing business and our projects will offer many opportunities for you to engage with clients from the earliest days of your career. This will allow you to grow your business skills alongside your technical knowledge.



We will offer you interesting projects, opportunities to engage with the wider global business and a supportive environment in which to develop your career.



Responsibilities

The role is dependent upon both the experience and skillset of the applicant and the projects underway in the office but will require supporting projects across a range of disciplines, including structural dynamics, technical safety and thermo-fluids. Recent example activities include:

Fire Load Response Analysis;
Blast analysis and design for critical infrastructure;
Hydrocarbon fire modelling for offshore facilities;
Advanced fluid flow modelling for process facilities;
Seismic assessment and design;
Risk assessment, qualitative and quantitative; and
Safety Case support.


Requirements

Candidates must hold as a minimum a Bachelors degree, preferably in Engineering, Physics or Applied Mathematics and must be able to demonstrate excellent understanding of fundamental principles and strong problem solving ability. Programming skills and knowledge of statistical techniques would be an advantage.



Key qualities are a willingness to learn new skills, to listen to the problem and to be open-minded about the solution. A passion to tackle new and interesting problems is essential.



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