Civil Design Engineer – Water & Utilities

ARUP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup in Leeds is seeking a Civil Engineer to join a team of about 100 engineers, scientists and technicians working across the North of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. You will own design packages, manage commercial aspects, coordinate activities and mentor junior engineers to build leadership capability.

The role offers opportunities to lead projects and develop technical specialisms while collaborating with clients and other teams in a global organisation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (Class 2.1 or above) in line with technical specialism.
• Working towards or achieved a recognised professional qualification.
• Demonstrated civil engineering design experience, ideally across Water, Utilities or Transport projects.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD/MicroStation, InfoDrainage, GIS and an interest in BIM/digital design.
• Experience managing design packages/projects, including quality, commercial and client responsibilities.
• Ability to supervise, mentor and support junior engineers and take on increasing leadership responsibilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and collaborative skills.
• Interest in sustainable, innovative and digitally enabled engineering solutions.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Leadership

Mentoring

Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

MicroStation

InfoDrainage

GIS

BIM/Digital design

Job description

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Our current projects are varied, exciting and often high profile including the fields of Flood Risk and River Engineering, Water and Wastewater and Sewerage. We work across all phases of projects from advisory, concept, through to detailed design and construction supervision.

The Opportunity

Arup’s Civil Engineering team is looking to recruit a Civil Engineer to join our Leeds office to work within a team of about 100 Engineers, Scientists and Technicians who work with others throughout the North of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

You will take ownership of specific design packages and projects, including their commercial aspects, while working closely with clients, customers and colleagues to achieve agreed outcomes. The role also involves coordinating events, activities, processes and smaller internal projects, with opportunities to take on greater project leadership or develop technical specialisms. Supporting and mentoring junior engineers in their development will also be an important part of the role.

We deliver projects for a whole host of clients and organisations including government agencies (both national and local), local authorities, private developers, contractors, and utility companies. We collaborate on projects across the North of United Kingdom, the UK and overseas as part of a wide and diverse global organisation and are therefore able to bring expertise in from far and wide as well as providing support to others around the world.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for someone with experience in civil engineering design who is passionate about their work. We recognise that great engineers develop their expertise through different career paths and experiences, and we encourage applications from people whose experience may not align perfectly with every area listed below.

What we are looking for

We are interested in candidates who can demonstrate a combination of the following skills:

• Suitable Civil Engineering Degree (Class 2.1 or above) in line with technical specialism
• Working towards or achieved a recognised professional qualification
• Demonstrated civil engineering design experience, ideally across Water, Utilities or Transport projects.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD/MicroStation, InfoDrainage, GIS and an interest in BIM/digital design.
• Experience managing design packages/projects, including quality, commercial and client responsibilities.
• Ability to supervise, mentor and support junior engineers and take on increasing leadership responsibilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and collaborative skills.
• Interest in sustainable, innovative and digitally enabled engineering solutions.

***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.***

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 benefitsto 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 atwww.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact [e-mail] 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.

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: 14.09.2026

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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