Graduate Facade Engineer 2027

Bright Network; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup invites graduates to join the Facades team, delivering specialist building envelope design and analysis for projects in the UK and internationally.

You will collaborate with architects, contractors and supply chain, perform technical design and analysis using AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp and Grasshopper, and work toward becoming a Chartered Engineer/Designer.

This is a structured early-career opportunity with factory/site visits and a supportive path to growth within a multidisciplinary office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineer, Structural, Civil, or related field.
• Ability to communicate and present ideas; report writing.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, and Grasshopper.
• Eligibility to work in the UK with full working rights.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leading architectural practices, clients, contractors.
• Undertake technical design and analysis; draw, prepare documents and present ideas.
• Visit factories and sites in the UK and possibly overseas.
• Work towards becoming a Chartered Engineer/Designer.

Skills

Communication & presentation

Report writing

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineer, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Finite element analysis

Grasshopper

Hand sketching

Job description

You see the world through a unique lens and that's exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently - it's essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Facades team provides specialist façade engineering services for both new-build and refurbishment projects across the UK and internationally. Working as part of multidisciplinary design teams, we help clients deliver safe, sustainable and high-performing building envelopes that respond to architectural, environmental and operational requirements.

Our work spans façade concept design, technical specification, performance analysis, procurement support, heritage and conservation projects, façade surveys and diagnostics, and construction-stage services. We have experience across commercial, residential, cultural, education and transport sectors, delivering a wide range of façade systems including curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, stone façades, glazing systems, bespoke envelopes and façade refurbishment schemes. The team places a strong emphasis on sustainability, whole-life carbon reduction, building safety and the long-term performance of building envelopes.

Graduates will be working within a team in a multi-disciplinary office.

• You will collaborate with leading architectural practices, clients, contractors and supply chain for projects across a wide range of markets.
• You'll also undertake technical design and analysis; drawing, preparing documents and presenting ideas; and visit factories and sites in the UK and possibly overseas.
• At the same time, we will support your goal of working towards becoming a Chartered Engineer/Designer.
• Opportunities exist as your career develops to spend time working in our other offices around the world.

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes: A bachelor's degree in relevant academic discipline, such as Architecture, Architectural Engineer, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical engineering.

Skills and experience interested in communicating and presenting ideas, report writing, proficient in Microsoft suite. AutoCAD, Rhino, Sketchup, Finite element analysis, Grasshopper, hand sketching.

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

• Full working rights in the country of application
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We're looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

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 Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.

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 permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.

We also provide for our permanent members 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.

Next steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. We will do everything we can to support you.

As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all our interview places to be allocated to candidates who have disclosed they are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role.