Structural Engineer

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup is an independent, employee-owned collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally to shape a better world. 

In Southampton you will join a supportive, collaborative environment with access to UK and international expertise, training and development, and projects where technical quality and positive impact matter. We have recently moved to a new office in the centre of Southampton, which accommodates our members from across a wide range of disciplines, with our Building Engineering team sitting at the heart of it.

With excellent transport connections across the South Coast, London and the rest of the UK, Southampton is perfectly positioned for working in our industry. It offers the entertainment and convenience of a major city, with the coast, nature and a wide range of outdoor activities just moments from the city centre – an ideal mix for achieving a great work-life balance.

The Opportunity

Ready to help shape the future of the built environment?

Join our friendly and innovative Building Engineering team in Southampton, delivering exciting projects across sectors including science, healthcare, education, sport, data centres and commercial developments. Working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, you'll help create sustainable structural solutions that make a lasting impact.

We're looking for a motivated Structural Engineer working towards Chartership (IStructE or ICE) who is keen to develop their technical expertise, collaborate with industry-leading professionals, and contribute to projects from concept through to completion. You'll benefit from excellent training, mentoring and career development opportunities while working alongside highly skilled engineers and technicians.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking to speak to people who:

• Have a BEng or MEng degree (MEng preferred) or equivalent, in a relevant structural/civil engineering discipline.
• Have experience in structural Eurocode design including concrete and/or steel framed buildings. Some experience of timber and masonry design would be useful, but not essential.
• Have experience and/or a desire to learn about structural refurbishment / repurposing of existing buildings.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate through sketching, drawing, presentations and report writing.
• Are committed to sustainable development. Knowledge of embodied carbon assessments would be useful.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Chris Noble - Christopher-L.Noble@arup.com Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

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.  

Arup offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. 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 Chris Noble 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/recruitment-process/ 

Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. 

Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

Closing Date: 27th October 2026

We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early. 

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