Civil Engineer – Civil Infrastructure Design

Arup; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Job summary

Arup is seeking an early to mid-career Civil Engineer to join the growing site development team in the Sheffield office. You will help deliver integrated infrastructure projects across the UK, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet client needs and sustainability goals.

You will work across the full design lifecycle, from concept through to delivery, using Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage and AutoCAD, and pursuing chartership with ICE or equivalent as part of your professional

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in civil engineering design and project delivery.
• Experience using design software such as Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, AutoCAD or similar packages.
• An interest in digital design, BIM and/or automation within engineering delivery.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to problem solving.
• Progression toward, or achievement of, professional chartership (ICE or equivalent) would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and delivery of civil engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated and sustainable design solutions.
• Producing technical designs, drawings and reports to a high standard.
• Engaging with clients, stakeholders and project teams to develop practical and innovative outcomes.
• Taking ownership of defined elements of projects, including checking the quality and accuracy of your work.
• Contributing to the continued development of digital engineering and BIM‑led design approaches.

Skills

Civil engineering design

Project delivery

BIM modelling

Interdisciplinary coordination

Digital design

Proactive problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

AutoCAD

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.

We work with clients to plan, build, integrate and maintain a wide variety of civil infrastructure, from electricity grid upgrades to new nuclear power generation, from development of large industrial sites to catchment scale sustainable drainage system (SuDS) delivery. Our technical teams address every aspect of civil engineering design, working in close collaboration with the full breadth of Arup’s other design and engineering disciplines.

The Opportunity

We are looking for early to mid-career Civil Engineer with curiosity, personal drive and technical knowhow to join the growing site development team in the Sheffield office. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment delivering projects that help shape sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities across the UK. Within the site development team we take a holistic approach to infrastructure delivery to ensure the integration of multidisciplinary design that meets the needs of our clients.

Our portfolio spans a wide range of sectors and scales, including city centre regeneration, public realm improvements, industrial sites, major infrastructure, new-build nuclear, utilities, flood alleviation and resilience, sustainable drainage systems (SuDS), and major residential and mixed‑use schemes. Many of our projects are high profile and technically challenging, with a strong focus on sustainability, digital innovation and delivering positive social impact.

We work across the full project lifecycle, from early‑stage advisory and concept development through to detailed design and construction support. Our clients include local authorities, government agencies, contractors, developers, utility providers and non profit international organisations. The projects we deliver are located across the UK and in many other countries around the globe. As part of Arup’s wider UK and global network, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with specialists across multiple disciplines and regions, bringing together diverse perspectives to solve complex engineering challenges.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for someone with experience in civil engineering design who is passionate about creating sustainable infrastructure and improving the built environment. You may have experience in areas such as:

• Site Development
• Drainage and flood risk management
• Sustainable drainage (SuDS) design
• Utilities coordination
• Earthworks and levels design
• Sustainable infrastructure design
• Highways and streets
• Active travel and public realm
• BIM modelling and interdisciplinary co‑ordination

We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds and experiences. Whether you have worked predominantly in consultancy, contractor organisations or the public sector, we are interested in people who bring curiosity, enthusiasm and a collaborative mindset.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across civil engineering, structures, transport planning, geotechnics, architecture, environmental services and digital teams. We value individuals who enjoy working across disciplines, building strong relationships and contributing positively to team culture.

At Arup, professional development is a core part of our culture. You will be supported through mentoring, structured development opportunities and exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients. We are committed to helping our people grow, whether that is through technical specialisation, project leadership, digital skills or chartership progression.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the design and delivery of civil engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated and sustainable design solutions
• Producing technical designs, drawings and reports to a high standard
• Engaging with clients, stakeholders and project teams to develop practical and innovative outcomes
• Taking ownership of defined elements of projects, including checking the quality and accuracy of your work
• Contributing to the continued development of digital engineering and BIM‑led design approaches

What we are looking for

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

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in civil engineering design and project delivery
• Experience using design software such as Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, AutoCAD or similar packages
• An interest in digital design, BIM and/or automation within engineering delivery
• A proactive and adaptable approach to problem solving
• Progression toward, or achievement of, professional chartership (ICE or equivalent) would be advantageous

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.