Graduate Technology Consulting and System Design Consultant

Arup; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Job summary

Arup in the United Kingdom is looking for graduates to join a multi‑disciplinary ICT and telecoms team, working on data centres, stations, airports, stadia and corporate campuses.

You will apply your degree to real projects from concept through construction, with a structured early careers program and strong learning opportunities. Start date is 1 September 2027, with a supportive environment and clear progression.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science (Cybersecurity), Systems Engineering or Electronic Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of ICT and telecoms infrastructure and systems design.
• Desirable experience with BIM/ICT software and modelling tools.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to ICT and telecoms infrastructure and systems design from concept through construction.
• Produce project deliverables such as designs, specifications, drawings and technical notes using AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation and related tools.
• Collaborate with team members across disciplines to ensure fully coordinated designs.
• Support on-site monitoring and witness testing of ICT installations.

Skills

Telecommunications Engineering

Computer Science

Systems Engineering

Electronic Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Electronics/Systems Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MicroStation

iBwave

Navisworks

JVSG

Cisco CCNA

CWNA

CNIT

RF propagation tools

Job description

See it differently

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 Opportunity

Our team's areas of technical expertise include IT facilities & cabling, Wired networking, Wireless networking, Rail telecoms including Operational Telecommunications and Station Information & Surveillance Systems (SISS).

We design and specify cutting‑edge ICT systems and telecoms services for the built environment. We work across dynamic sectors such as transport, government, sport, property, and energy, to shape the future of ICT through innovative solutions. Current projects include data centres, stations, airports, stadia, hospitals, and corporate headquarter buildings.

With the growing importance of net zero commitments reshaping industry practices, we use innovative digital tools that help create a sustainable future for both the built and natural environments.

• Contribute to ICT and telecoms infrastructure and systems design development (from concept through to construction).
• Produce project deliverables such as presentations, basis of design documents, specifications, drawings, technical notes, and minutes of meetings using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Microstation and Microsoft Office and WLAN and CCTV modelling tools.
• Collaborate with team members and other project disciplines to ensure designs and deliverables are fully coordinated.
• Support with on‑site monitoring and witness testing of ICT infrastructure and systems installations.

https://www.arup.com/services/technology-and-cybersecurity-consulting/

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

An undergraduate or bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, such as Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science (including Cybersecurity), Systems Engineering or Electronic Engineering.

Technical Skills desirable

• Autodesk Revit;
• Autodesk AutoCAD;
• MicroStation;
• iBwave Wireless Modelling Tool;
• Navisworks Simulation;
• JVSG;
• Cisco CCNA;
• CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator)
• CNIT (Certified Network Infrastructure Technician)
• RF propagation tools and techniques;

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: You care about sustainable development and want to see your work make a genuine difference.
• Innovative minds: You think critically, ask hard questions, and are genuinely open to new approaches.
• Growth seekers: You are curious, actively seek feedback, and look for ways to keep developing.
• Adaptable adventurers: You are comfortable with uncertainty and adapt readily as projects and priorities evolve.

You should be able to start this opportunity on 1 September 2027.

Advert Closing Date: 18 December 2026 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, Accidentinsuranceand 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. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. 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. Please [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.

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.

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.

Closing Date: Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

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