Geotechnical Engineers (Cardiff, Winchester and Bristol)

Joining Arup

 Why Arup? Are you passionate about building a more sustainable future? At Arup we work to find solutions for some of the world’s most complex problems – providing expertise across all areas of the built environment from strategic approach and planning to design and engineering.

Join us and you will have the freedom to push boundaries, develop new skills and work on some of the world’s most inspiring projects. We believe that by giving our people the freedom to be creative, we will produce work that continuously redefines quality across our firm. Whatever the role or specialism, our people are passionate about what they do, they believe in our values and are happy to come to work every day. And this is why people choose to work here and stay.

The Opportunity 

We are expanding our civil engineering presence across the UK, but with a particular focus in Bristol, Cardiff and Winchester. The ideal candidate will fill a key role within these energetic and dynamic teams, collaborating across diverse and engaging projects. Geotechnics in the West Region is a growing and interconnected group, currently counting 43+ enthusiastic professional staff, working on a wide variety of exciting, high-profile, and challenging projects. Our current and forward-looking workload includes a mix of iconic and world-class rail, highways, offshore energy, maritime, and buildings projects. To learn more about our team and culture, view the video below:

 Is this role right for you?

Working within the Geotechnical Team, you will be primarily involved in geotechnical analysis and design, report writing, and production of drawings and specifications. You will also take an active role in mentoring and managing our junior members of the team and promote skill sharing across disciplines. 

You will have a good understanding of soil mechanics principles and geotechnical engineering and their application in the built environment with the critical thinking skills to assess the buildability of the designs you prepare. Your excellent report writing capabilities are underpinned by the strong interpersonal skills which make to effective in working in a team in the buildings and infrastructure sectors.

Requirements:

• Experience in and enthusiasm for digital technologies applicable to geotechnical engineering is desirable, for example, the use of finite element software, GIS, programming (especially in python), and data (management, processing, and visualisation).
• Site experience, overseeing site investigation, and construction of geotechnical designs are essential.
• There will be ample opportunity to develop existing knowledge and capabilities, and potentially a technical specialism within the group framework.

To achieve in this role, you will have…

• A Logical and methodical approach supported by strong numerical and analytical ability;
• Geotechnical design and construction skills including shallow and deep foundations, slopes, basements, and bridges
• Ability to relate and work well with people at all levels within the Infrastructure Group and within the wider office and West Region, as well as externally with clients and contractors;
• Flexible and mobile; i.e. prepared to travel away from home office;
• MEng Civil Engineering or civils-based degree with postgraduate qualification in a geotechnical related subject, eg Soil Mechanics.

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 Kylie O’Hanlon at kylie.ohanlon@Arup.com 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

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