Graduate Specialist Structural and Mechanical Engineer

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

We are looking for graduates with curiosity, personal drive and technical knowhow to join our Specialist Technology, Analytics and Research (STAR) team as Structural and Mechanical Engineers. Our team brings together engineers of the highest technical calibre to develop inventive, practical and sustainable solutions to complex problems. Our projects are diverse and often relate to buildings, infrastructure, offshore renewable energy, and electric vehicles, giving our graduate engineers the opportunity to develop a broad range of expertise while working alongside experts in their fields.  

A successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of first principles engineering, an interest in advanced analysis, and be open to diverse applications of these. They should be able to demonstrate aptitude and enthusiasm for digital technologies such as scripting and programming.  

Day-to-day responsibilities may include the following:      

• Conducting finite element analysis  
• Preparing structural calculations and structural design  
• Completing research  
• Visiting site and completing inspections, surveys and monitoring  
• Developing digital tools  
• Writing reports and preparing presentations  
• Attending meetings and liaising with clients  
• Supporting senior members of the team  
• Our graduate engineers will follow Arup's engineering institution-accredited graduate training scheme and will be supported and mentored towards achieving Chartered Engineer status.    

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

We are looking for self-starting graduates with a passion for problem solving who combine these skills with a willingness to learn about the industry and a desire to deliver excellent services for clients. You should have experience of, or an interest in, numerical analysis and simulation.  

• Candidates should have, or be studying towards, an engineering degree at master’s level, achieving a 2:1/60% or higher or equivalent. The degree may be in engineering science, mechanical, structural, civil, aeronautical or aerospace engineering.  
• We expect you to have taken at least one module in your third or fourth year covering one or more of the areas below and to have achieved a grade of 2:1 or above for such modules:  
  
  • Structural analysis  
  • Computational analysis / finite element methods  
  • Dynamics / vibration  
  • Mechanics of solids  
  • Earthquake engineering  
  • Structural assessment of existing buildings 

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

• Full working rights in the country of application
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

Eligibility

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.

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 take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.

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 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.

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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