Civil Engineers - North / North West & Yorkshire
Arup
Company Overview
Arup Group Limited
London, United Kingdom
1946
Approximately 17,000 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of $1.9 billion in FY 2023 (source: managementconsulted.com).
What They Do
Arup specializes in a wide array of engineering and consulting services, with a strong focus on renewable energy solutions. Their core technology areas include onshore and offshore wind, solar, hydroelectric power, tidal technologies, and energy storage, among others. They provide comprehensive services such as design, engineering, operational support, feasibility studies, and regulatory advisory, ensuring that their clients can transition effectively to sustainable energy systems (source: arup.com). Arup's innovative approach challenges conventional methods, offering unique solutions like power purchase agreement (PPA) sourcing through platforms such as LevelTen Energy Marketplace, which connects clients to over 4,500 PPA offers across 25 countries (source: leveltenenergy.com). Their target markets include utilities, governments, and sectors focused on sustainability, making them a key player in the global energy transition landscape (source: cbinsights.com). By integrating engineering, architecture, and planning, Arup stands out in delivering complex projects that meet the evolving demands of the built environment.
Projects & Track Record
Arup has an impressive portfolio of notable projects that highlight their expertise in engineering and design. Among these is the iconic Sydney Opera House, for which they provided engineering services starting in 1957, culminating in its completion in 1973. Other significant projects include the HSBC Building in Hong Kong (1985), the Lloyd's Building in London (1986), and the innovative 30 St Mary Axe, known as The Gherkin, completed in 2004 (source: wikipedia.org). Currently, they are involved in the Sizewell C nuclear power station in the UK, which is a critical project for the country's energy future. Additionally, they are working on the Innovent Biologics Global R&D Center in China, set for completion in 2025, and various renewable energy initiatives across the globe, emphasizing their commitment to sustainable development (source: arup.com).
Recent Developments
In recent years, Arup has made significant strides in enhancing its sustainability initiatives. A key partnership was formed with LevelTen Energy on October 12, 2022, aimed at facilitating PPA transactions to support client sustainability goals across North America (source: leveltenenergy.com). Furthermore, Arup has committed to the World Green Building Council's Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment, with ongoing targets for 2023 that include achieving 100% renewable electricity and disclosing scope 1 and 2 emissions (source: worldgbc.org). Their focus on energy transition and sustainability continues to drive their project portfolio, with no major acquisitions reported recently, but ongoing work on significant renewable projects like Innovent Biologics and various awards recognizing their architectural excellence (source: wikipedia.org).
Working There
Arup offers a diverse range of roles across various disciplines, including engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services. They are particularly focused on renewable energy sectors, with opportunities in offshore and onshore wind, solar, and tidal energy (source: youtube.com). The company operates over 90 offices globally, with key locations in the UK, Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe, providing a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and creativity (source: wikipedia.org). Arup's culture is rooted in the principles established by its founder, Sir Ove Arup, emphasizing humane excellence and social purpose, which is reflected in their employee ownership model that benefits approximately 17,000 staff through profit-sharing (source: managementconsulted.com). This unique structure not only enhances job satisfaction but also encourages a commitment to sustainable development and innovation in complex projects.
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Job Description
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 in close collaboration with the full breadth of Arup's other design and engineering disciplines.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a number of Civil Engineers to join our Energy Water and Resources team of civil engineers, apprentices, and technicians across our offices in the North/ North-West of England; (Sheffield, Manchester, Warrington, Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh)
As a result of considerable growth we have roles for engineers of all grades across each of our offices in the North of the UK. These roles will include connections across all our offices in the region, the wider UK and globally. We are involved in overseas projects as part of a wide and diverse global organisation and are therefore able to share our broad expertise in both directions between our numerous worldwide offices.
Our growing team of dedicated engineers, technicians and scientist are delivering civil engineering projects for site development, water industry, flood management, energy and transport clients. We are looking for individuals across all grades from individuals developing their initial skills through to senior and principal engineers who are leading projects and teams.
Our civils engineers can be generalist with experience across multiple technical skills, individuals with a particular specialism or people with great integration and collaboration behaviours. We are looking to recruit engineers and technicians with skills ranging across utilities, drainage design/modelling, pavement, civil structural, water treatment, flood management, site development, external works, coordination, energy transmission, coastal management etc. Peers who have experience working directly with D&B contractors would be of particular interest. Depending on experience we would expect candidates will be either working towards or already hold a professional qualification.
Our client base is wide including, Water companies, Energy suppliers, Local Authorities, Developers, D&B contractors, Government Agencies, Transport System Owner and Operators. We work across all stages of projects from initial concept all the way through to construction support. We are currently seeing considerable growth in detailed / construction design.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
We are looking to increase our capacity and capability within our civil engineering team. We are looking for technical individuals to join the team where they can grow and develop their skills. The successful candidate should have relevant experience working within a design organisation delivering work within civil engineering.
We're looking for the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:
- Suitable qualification in a relevant subject for the role, including degrees for engineering roles.
- Following a recognised path to a suitable professional qualification, or already hold a suitable professional qualification.
- Have experience appropriate to the grade applied for.
- Happy to work in a team, or independently as the projects requires, whilst striving for collaborative integrated solutions.
- Strong communication skills to help coordinate complex design challenges with other disciplines, partners and clients.
- Developing your own skills and an interest helping others develop their skills.
- Excellent digital skills
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact [email protected]. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility 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 (within legal limits), 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.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Ali Wallace via [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process
All applications will be considered, and we will make every effort to respond within 72 hours of receipt. Please note that response times may be subject to delays during the festive period.
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About the role
May 14, 2026
Full time
Company
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Newcastle, United Kingdom
- Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
- Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom
- Glasgow, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
Various levels from entry to senior engineers
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