Engineering Technician

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin. 

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. 

The Opportunity

We currently have a requirement for an Engineering Technician interested in the planning and design of roads and streets projects to join our Roads and Streets team in Ireland. The successful candidate will work within the Roads and Streets team delivering a range of urban and rural design projects including road projects (both road improvements and new roads), urban street design incorporating Public Transport and Active Travel and Greenway projects.

The successful candidate will gain invaluable experience within an established consultancy with flexible working options between home and office. They will be involved in a diverse and challenging range of projects for high profile clients within Ireland and further afield. This role also offers the successful candidate long-term opportunities for career development.

The role includes working in a BIM environment in the delivery of models and drawings. You will be required to deliver projects to the required technical standards in a timely manner, reporting to the team leader or project manager as appropriate. The ideal candidate will have MicroStation experience and you will be responsible for drawing production processes in ORD (OpenRoads Designer). You will be provided with training in relevant softwares as required and work closely with senior members of staff for guidance.

Projects

• Rural and Urban Road Improvement Schemes working for Transport Infrastructure Ireland and local authorities;
• Active Travel projects in urban settings and rural Greenways
• Public Transport Priority projects and Development of TII Design Standards and associated research projects with European partners such as Conference of European Directors of Road (CEDR); and
• Design and Build / PPP projects working for leading Irish and overseas contractors. 

As a Engineering Technician part of our Roads team at Arup, you will:

• Work in a vibrant team delivering sustainable transport solutions on complex projects at various stages of development from planning, appraisal and environmental evaluation to detailed design and construction.
• You will prepare 3d models and drawings to support technical designs for projects, in accordance with approved standards in a BIM Environment.
• Implement the appropriate QA procedures for all deliverables.
• Communicate effectively and in a team environment with colleagues, project managers and other internal design disciplines.      

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone with a Level 7 Degree in Civil Engineering or similar. 

We also value:

• Skills in 2D/3D CAD (Microstation (preferably Connect Edition), AutoCAD)
• Track record of CAD production, implementation of drawing standards
• Strong digital skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work through complex processes
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Awareness of drawing production processes in ORD (OpenRoads Designer) is desirable but upskilling through training will be provided
• Common Data Environments
• ESRI ArcGIS or equivalent

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme. 
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. 

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?