Graduate Geotechnical Engineer (5783)
Arup Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Overview
Our Geotechnical Engineers apply their specialist skills to buildings and infrastructure projects across the globe. We offer our clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in a wide variety of projects including transport, energy, water, resources, waste, land development, education, sports and leisure facilities, government/commercial and industrial buildings. As one of the world's leading building and infrastructure design consultancies, we deliver projects on schedule, on budget and increasingly sustainably, without compromise.
The Opportunity
We are looking for enthusiastic graduates to join our Ground Engineering teams across our UK offices. From your first day you'll join an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and encouraged to work toward a professional qualification.
You will help us deliver effective and professional services for a range of high‑profile clients. While you will have a great deal of responsibility from day one, you will be given the chance to take on more as you progress and broaden your skills and experience.
You will work within a multi‑disciplinary office supported by other ground engineering professionals of all experience levels. There will be opportunity to develop a strong base in ground engineering, problem‑solve and develop designs, or specialise in areas such as numerical modelling, seismic, risk and resilience, or sustainability.
You will focus on geotechnical aspects at all stages of the project lifecycle, including desk studies, ground investigation, analysis & design, carbon management, construction supervision & monitoring, and asset management. You will collaborate with multi‑disciplinary project teams and may be required to work in other Arup offices and regions on occasion.
Qualifications & Experience
* A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a similar subject at 2.1 or above (predicted or attained).
* A Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a post‑graduate qualification in Geotechnics, Soil Mechanics, Seismic Engineering or a related subject is desirable.
* Enthusiasm for a career in ground engineering, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of our sector and work.
* Excellent engineering knowledge of soil mechanics and soil‑structure interaction supplemented with a good understanding of sustainable development principles.
* Ability to communicate effectively, work well within a team and possess an analytical mindset.
* Aptitude to work on your own initiative, be proactive and seek to improve existing ways of working.
* Understanding of how to apply the principles of Eurocodes in geotechnical and structural design.
* Aptitude for learning new technical and engineering software, including those that utilise 3D design and digital automation.
* Experience with coding languages, finite element software, or digital design would be beneficial.
* We’re also interested in hearing from people who may have developed a speciality through postgraduate or PhD studies.
What We’re Looking For
* Passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
* Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
* Growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
* Readiness to take on any challenge that comes your way.
Additional Information
Start date: September 2026.
Advert closing date: 15th November 2025. Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.
Eligibility: must be eligible to work permanently in the UK without sponsorship.
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