Graduate Systems Engineer

Arcadis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking graduates for its GROW programme, a structured three-year scheme to develop engineering skills. As an engineer, you will focus on systems engineering, working on diverse projects that require innovation and project management across various sectors. Gain valuable experience while contributing to sustainable design solutions.

Qualifications

• Graduating with at least a 2:2 in a relevant degree.
• Demonstrate resilience, creativity, analytical thinking, and teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills to influence and consult stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Specialise in chosen discipline to gain expertise.
• Work across railway, highway, and defence sectors.
• Manage project requirements and interfaces throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Resilience

Creativity

Analytical Thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

MSc or BSc in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecoms Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering disciplines

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Our graduate GROW programme is a structured 3-year programme designed to help you evolve and develop skills to become an experienced professional in your chosen field. You will benefit from training, development, mentoring, and assistance for relevant accreditations, as well as support and guidance to develop and succeed. As a GROW graduate, you will be empowered to drive your career and will be exposed to a variety of experiences to help you gain the necessary skills.

As an engineer joining GROW, you will have the opportunity to specialise within your chosen discipline and gain the appropriate experiences to become a technical expert. Being an Engineer at Arcadis involves applying a human filter to your technical expertise, making an impact through innovation and creativity. During the programme, you will develop core engineering and consulting techniques applicable while working with clients in the UK and potentially internationally.

Our Systems Engineers work across various schemes in railway, highway, and defence sectors, delivering a whole-system approach. They possess broad engineering knowledge across disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, etc.) and management skills to ensure project delivery. Systems Engineers focus on understanding customer and stakeholder needs, managing project requirements and interfaces throughout the project lifecycle, including design, installation, testing, operation, maintenance, and obsolescence management.

• Accepted degrees: MSc or BSc in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecoms Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering disciplines.

Qualifications & Experience:

• You will be graduating in or have recently graduated with at least a 2:2 in a relevant degree.
• You will demonstrate Arcadian skills such as resilience, creativity, analytical thinking, and teamwork.
• You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to use your technical knowledge to influence and consult stakeholders.
• You should be willing to travel and stay away from home when required (we embrace virtual working where possible).

We believe everyone's contribution matters. Our skills-based approach allows you to harness your unique experience to carve your career path and maximize our collective impact.

You will do meaningful work, helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark on your career, colleagues, clients, life, and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We aim to create a workplace where everyone can bring their best selves. We are committed to equality and inclusion, striving to be an employer of choice and a great place to work. We believe diverse teams develop the most innovative ideas. Our ED&I initiatives focus on Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Race, recognizing that a diverse and skilled workforce is key to our success.