Ground Engineering Industrial Placement 2027

Bright Network; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup, a global multidisciplinary consultancy, is inviting graduates in engineering, geology and natural sciences to join the team in the UK. You could work on ground investigations, modelling and design across water, energy, rail and highways projects, with opportunities to develop in many directions.

The role emphasises collaboration, clear communication and adaptable problem-solving. A bachelor’s degree in Ground/Geotechnical or Civil Engineering is required, with a passion for sustainable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Interest in ground investigations and design.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Assess site constraints and ground conditions to shape early-stage design.
• Analyse ground investigation data to derive models and parameters.
• Represent Arup on site during investigations and earthworks.
• Contribute to Total Design through cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Communicate clearly throughout project stages.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Civil engineering

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ground / Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering

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

We recruit across a range of degree level qualifications across engineering, geology and natural sciences. Your career may develop in many directions from investigating and modelling complex ground conditions, designing foundations, earthworks and tunnels, and remediating land impacted by historical uses including industry and mining. We deliver projects across all markets with a significant volume of water, energy, rail and highways projects alongside site development and buildings.

• Assessing site constraints, geological hazards and ground conditions to help shape projects at their early stages.
• Analysing ground investigation data to derive ground models and parameters for use in design.
• Representing Arup on site during ground investigations, earthworks and other construction activities.
• Delivering Total Design by working closely with other disciplines to provide integrated project solutions.
• Written and verbal communication during all stages of projects, from initial optioneering through to detailed design.

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes: a bachelor’s degree in a relevant academic discipline, such as Ground / Geotechnical Engineering and Civil Engineering.

No specific requirement for skills and experience.

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.

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

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.