Civil Structural Engineers – Engineer, Senior & Principal

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

At Arup, structural engineering is at the heart of what we do. Our engineers design safe, efficient, and sustainable structures, combining technical expertise with innovative thinking. Through collaboration and advanced digital tools, we solve complex engineering challenges and develop resilient, high-performing structural solutions that shape the future of engineering.

The Opportunity

Scotland's infrastructure is undergoing significant transformation to support decarbonisation, energy security, economic growth and community resilience. We are seeking talented Civil Structural Engineers at a range of grades (including Engineer, Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer) to join our growing Glasgow based Energy Water & Resources team to support the delivery of projects that will make this possible.

Our current portfolio covers a wide range of multi-disciplinary projects in the Renewable Energy, Water and Maritime sectors. Typical examples include; pumped storage hydro developments, HV transmission infrastructure, major wastewater utility renewals and ports and harbour regeneration projects, alongside a proven track record in urban realm redevelopment and wider civil engineering infrastructure. These projects range from local interventions to nationally significant programmes, providing opportunities to work on schemes that create lasting value for communities, industry and the environment.

Arup has had an office in Glasgow for close to 60 years now and you will be joining a well-established and growing team. You will have the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced engineers, project managers and specialists from across the UK and beyond, contributing to projects that span a broad range of sectors and disciplines.

You will have the opportunity to work across the full project lifecycle, from initial concept stage and feasibility studies through to detailed design, project delivery and construction support. Whether supporting project development in its early stages or helping to solve complex challenges during delivery, you will play a key role in shaping practical and sustainable engineering solutions.

Our projects and clients continue to evolve alongside changing industry priorities, so we are looking for engineers who are curious, adaptable and motivated to learn. In return, we will support your professional growth through exposure to challenging projects, collaboration with leading specialists and opportunities to develop both technical and leadership skills.

You will take ownership of project delivery activities, help shape technical solutions, and contribute to the development of both our clients' projects and the wider team. As our Glasgow team continues to grow, you will have genuine opportunities to influence project delivery, support business development activities and help shape the future direction of our civil engineering capability.

Is this role right for you?

Your responsibilities will vary depending on your seniority, with increasing responsibility at Senior and Principal Engineer levels for leading, influencing and supporting project delivery and management activities.

• Deliver project work across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design, construction support, retrofit and remediation.
• Undertake complex structural analysis and design across a range of situations, including aggressive environments and non-standard loads.
• Produce and review structural designs, calculations, reports, drawings and digital models.
• Coordinate with civil, MEP and geotechnical disciplines to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Lead technical delivery, maintaining high standards of quality, safety, innovation and engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders and colleagues to understand and respond to project requirements.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, providing technical guidance, coaching and day-to-day development.

What we are looking for:

We are interested in candidates who can demonstrate a combination of the following skills:

• BEng, MEng or MSc level degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered or working towards Chartership with the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE), the Institution of Structural Engineers (MIStructE) or equivalent.
• Technical expertise in structural analysis and design, with proficiency in engineering software such as GSA, AdSec, or equivalent finite element modelling and design tools.
• Experience in the design and specification of reinforced concrete structures.
• Experience in the delivery of structural designs for Civil Engineering infrastructure in Water, Maritime, Renewable Energy or related fields.
• Experience engaging with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Experience applying Eurocodes and relevant industry standards.
• Strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outputs to programme requirements.

The following skills and experience would be advantageous:

• Experience of supervising and mentoring more junior staff on a day-to-day basis.
• Experience of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of soil-structure interaction.
• Experience of fatigue assessment of dynamically loaded structures.
• Design & Project management experience on small projects or discrete packages of larger multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings and interrogating 3D models using industry-standard software such as Civil 3D, Revit or equivalent.
• Experience in contributing to project commercial performance by monitoring progress, programme and budget requirements.
• Experience of supporting with the programming and allocation of team resources and management of deliverables across multiple disciplines.
• Experience in the design and specification of structural steel.

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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

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