Junior Geotechnical Engineer
Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Amsterdam
Arup is an independent, international engineering consultancy founded on the idea that the built environment can change and improve people's lives. Our mission statement is therefore not without reason: 'We shape a better world'. In 2025, we celebrate 25 years of advising our clients in solving complex design challenges in the Netherlands. We do this by using our extensive expertise and our global network of 94 offices in 34 countries. Every day, we work with over 18,000 colleagues on innovative and sustainable projects in the built environment; from urban area development, building design and renovation, to infrastructural assignments and projects in industry and technology, education, art and culture.
As part of our Infrastructure team, you will contribute to the preservation, improvement and renewal of infrastructure and to large scale developments and high rise buildings in the Netherlands. Leading projects such as the replacement and renovation of the Van Brienenoord Bridge and studies for extensions of the Amsterdam public transport network (Amsterdam - Haarlemmermeer and Sloterdijk – Amsterdam centrum). You will be part of a leading team of designers and engineers, collaborating with Arup colleagues in Europe and beyond.
As a junior geotechnical engineer, you contribute to the design and engineering of bridges, civil structures and buildings. You will prepare desk studies, plan ground investigations, interpret factual data and develop ground models from geotechnical surveys, conduct geotechnical analyses and perform calculations using finite element methods. You will apply the latest techniques and contribute to the further digitalisation and automation of our analyses and calculations. Based on your analyses, you will provide valuable geotechnical advice to project teams, helping shape design decisions. Working within multidisciplinary project teams, you will receive guidance from experienced engineers, ensuring a supportive learning environment to further develop your skills. In doing so, you use the global knowledge available within Arup; you will be part of a culture of cooperation and knowledge sharing. This is how we stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.
Does this role inspire you?
We're looking for a colleague who is passionate about improving the built environment and geotechnical engineering and who uses their creativity to develop the best solutions for our clients. In addition, you meet the following requirements:
You have a bachelor’s or master's degree in geo engineering or comparable degree;
Affinity with finite element modelling (Plaxis or similar), parametric design and automation;
Curious about the development of new techniques;
Command of the Dutch language at B1 level;
Excellent command of the English language.
Why Arup?
At Arup, we believe in investing in our people and supporting their growth from day one. Our employees own the company; therefore, we have the freedom to do meaningful work in line with our purpose and values, creating a collaborative and rewarding environment for our employees. We offer a unique global profit-sharing programme, allowing everyone to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Benefits that work for you:
Professional growth and development: take advantage of ongoing learning opportunities, training programmes and mentoring to continuously improve your knowledge and skills.
An inspiring culture where you work together with your colleagues to deliver the best quality to our clients.
Global opportunities: Work with colleagues around the world and explore short-term or long-term assignment opportunities with Arup offices in other countries.
Financial well-being & ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
Opportunities to work flexibly; we provide the right facilities at your home.
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Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?