Graduate Bridge & Civil Structures Engineer

A Future with Purpose

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible. We explore challenges with curiosity and creativity - using technology, imagination and rigour to deliver remarkable outcomes.

The Opportunity

A career in any of our UK Bridge and Civils Structures teams provides an exciting and rewarding environment in which to work and develop. We are a truly diverse company collaborating on and delivering a vast range of projects, of all scales, across the transport, renewable energy and water businesses, throughout the UK and across the globe. We support our clients' and solve their challenges as they transition to a net-zero economy and address the impacts of climate change, delivering sustainable design and asset life extension for the full range of civil engineering structures, bridges and tunnels and we are a driving force behind many major infrastructure projects. Our projects transform and greatly improve daily lives, from new build designs which complement their environments through to the strengthening of existing assets to sustainably extend their life.

We have a wide portfolio of exciting UK and International projects working in the transport, energy and water sectors. Our clients include Government Agencies, Local Authorities, Contractors and Developers. We undertake every aspect of bridge design, assessment, construction planning and structural health monitoring from pedestrian bridges through to long span cable supported bridges on projects such as the New Wear Footbridge, Gull Wing Bridge, Forth Bridge, Transpennine Rail Upgrade and High Speed 2. We undertake the design and construction planning of tunnel shafts and portals, cut and cover tunnels, underground pumping stations and offshore wind platforms. A career in the Arup Bridges and Civil Structures teams affords opportunities to directly influence and solve a range of challenging problems in a diverse range of environments.

As the industry rapidly transforms through the use of digital technology, we aim to be the leading digital consultancy in the built environment. In Bridges and Civil Structures this entails us being at the cutting edge in the use of technology such as 3D solid modelling, automation tools, coding, databases, data analytics and AI. As such we are looking for candidates with an aptitude and interest in developing in these areas alongside the more traditional engineering skills.

From your first day, you'll join an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and guided towards gaining professional accreditation.

You'll help us to deliver effective and professional services for a range of varied and high-profile clients. While you'll have a great deal of responsibility from day one, we'll give you the chance to be supported as you progress and broaden your understanding.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for candidates with a Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, from an ICE or IStructE accredited course, with the following skills:

• Great numerical skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An analytical thought process and strive for technical excellence
• Enthusiasm for a career in Bridges and civils structures, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of our sector and work
• Demonstrable understanding of general bridge and structural behaviour and an ability to use this understanding to develop practical solutions to meet Client needs
• Drive for technical excellence and an analytical thought process
• Creativity and a desire to think beyond the norm
• Aptitude to work on your own initiative, be proactive and take responsibility.
• Interest in and application of digital skills, such as computer coding for design automation and problem-solving is an advantage

We're looking for people who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we'd like to hear from you.

You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2025.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide for our permanent members Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to adaptable benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and adaptability to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

At Arup, we foster an environment where every individual’s unique perspective and background is valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype, mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and family status, including pregnancy and family leave, in compliance with applicable laws. By championing the diversity of our people, we create a greater, more resilient organisation that positively impacts our people, our culture, our clients and partners, and our communities.