Expression Of Interest: Ground Engineering

Arup

Southampton

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Accident insurance
Income protection cover
Profit Share

Job summary

Arup is seeking professionals to join our Ground Engineering team across the UK, delivering innovative and sustainable ground solutions. We welcome candidates with geotechnical, engineering geology, geo-environmental, tunnelling or technical leadership experience, who can contribute across feasibility, design, construction and operational support within multidisciplinary teams.

You'll join a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and offers opportunities to influence projects

Qualifications

  • Degree in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Environmental Sciences or related field.
  • Chartered status or progression towards registration.
  • Experience in geotechnical design, foundation earthworks, tunnelling or offshore geotechnics.
  • Experience delivering projects across design to construction lifecycle.
  • Ability to coordinate interfaces within multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering
Engineering geology
Multi-disciplinary teamwork
Project lifecycle delivery
UK/International standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Geotechnical/Civil/Engineering Geology or Environmental Sciences
Chartered engineer or progressing towards chartered status

Job description

Joining Arup

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

Our Ground Engineering business combines expertise in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, geo-environmental, tunnelling and infrastructure delivery to provide practical and sustainable solutions for complex ground challenges.

We support projects across the UK, working within Transportation, Energy, Water & Resources (EWR), and Property, Science & Industry (PS&I). Our portfolio includes major infrastructure programmes, ground investigations, foundations, earthworks, tunnelling, slope engineering, retaining structures, contaminated land, offshore developments and climate resilience projects.

By combining technical excellence with innovative thinking and multidisciplinary collaboration, we help clients manage ground-related risks, improve project outcomes and create lasting value for communities and the environment.

The Opportunity

We are seeking expressions of interest from talented professionals interested in joining our growing Ground Engineering team across the UK.

We would like to hear from individuals who are passionate about delivering innovative and sustainable solutions. Whether your experience is in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, geo-environmental, tunnelling or technical leadership, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect with you.

As our project portfolio continues to expand, we are particularly interested in professionals who can contribute across the project lifecycle, from feasibility and site investigation through design, construction and operational support.

We welcome interest from professionals with experience in:

  • Geotechnical Engineering / Engineering Geology
  • Geo-environmental Engineering / Science
  • Ground Investigation and Site Characterisation
  • Tunnelling and Underground Structures
What We're Looking For

We are interested in hearing from candidates with a combination of the following skills and experience:

  • A degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Environmental Sciences or a related discipline.
  • Chartered status, or progress towards professional registration
  • Experience in one or more areas including geotechnical design, engineering geology, contaminated land, foundations, earthworks, slopes, tunnelling or offshore geotechnics.
  • Experience delivering projects throughout the design and construction lifecycle.
  • The ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and coordinate technical interfaces.
  • Knowledge of relevant UK and international standards, guidance and industry best practice.
  • Experience planning, supervising or interpreting ground investigations.

We recognise that valuable experience can be gained through different career paths. If your background aligns with Ground Engineering and you are interested in future opportunities with Arup, we encourage you to register your interest.

At Arup, you will be part of a collaborative community where diverse perspectives are valued, individuality is encouraged and everyone has the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that benefits our clients, communities and society.

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.

  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Income protection cover
  • 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.

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