At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver innovative civil engineering solutions for water, energy, and site development projects.
- Company: Join Arup, a leader in shaping a better world through collaborative engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, private medical insurance, and flexible benefits for your wellbeing.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on vital infrastructure while growing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience; design experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We work with clients to plan, build, integrate and maintain a wide variety of civil infrastructure, from bridges to reservoirs, from metro tunnels to off‑shore wind farms. Our technical teams address every aspect of civil engineering design, working with the full breadth of Arup’s other disciplines.
We're looking for talented Civil Engineers at mid and senior levels to join our Energy, Water and Site Development teams across Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff and Nottingham. Whether you’re ready to lead projects or further develop your expertise, you’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas, experience and unique perspective truly matter.
In water you will help major frameworks with water utility companies, ensuring reliable, potable water and safe effluent discharge, and safeguarding aging assets and ecosystems amid climate change pressures. In energy you will contribute to major projects including the Great Grid Upgrade, driving the decarbonisation of the UK electrical supply. In site development you will work across schemes from local property developers to international projects.
We value curiosity, proactivity, and a willingness to challenge convention. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, as is an appreciation for diverse thinking and experiences.
Role
- Experience designing and delivering civil engineering solutions, with a strong technical foundation and a passion for high‑quality outcomes.
- Strong knowledge of relevant design standards, legislation and industry guidance, with the ability to apply them effectively in project delivery.
- Understanding of statutory approval processes, including planning, stakeholder engagement and technical approvals.
For Senior and Principal Engineer roles, you will also bring:
- Experience leading projects, workstreams or teams, driving successful outcomes through effective planning and coordination.
- A passion for developing others through coaching, mentoring and people leadership, helping colleagues thrive and reach their potential.
- Experience of one or more of the Water, Energy or Site Development sectors.
It would be beneficial if you also have:
- Working knowledge of industry-standard CAD software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D or MicroStation.
- Experience using civil engineering design tools such as InfoDrainage, MicroDrainage or Civil 3D.
Qualifications
- A qualification in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience) and a strong track record in the design and delivery of civil engineering projects.
- For Senior and Principal roles, we expect you to be Chartered or Incorporated with a relevant institution such as the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
What We Offer You
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises your contribution to shared success. In addition to competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, learning opportunities and impact through the work they do. We also provide private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance and income protection cover. Flexible benefits help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas – this drives our excellence.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Ali Wallace for assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
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