Senior Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer

Arup; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in Dublin is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to lead site development projects. You will manage design processes, mentor junior staff, and represent the firm in client meetings. A degree in Civil Engineering, chartered status, and over 10 years of relevant experience are essential. Join a company committed to sustainable development and enjoy opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Global project collaboration

Profit-sharing programme

Health insurance

Flexible working schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in consultancy.
• Proven track record in large infrastructure projects.
• Strong managerial skills in digital/BIM environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil engineering project scopes.
• Produce designs, drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Site infrastructure technical design skills

Project delivery

BIM technologies (Civil 3D, Revit)

Client representation

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered professional status

Tools

InfoDrainage

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Shape a future with purpose at Arup.

Engineer a more resilient built environment.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Our Building Engineering team sits at the heart of Arup's commitment to sustainable development. We engineer innovative solutions that minimize environmental impact and create resilient, sustainable structures.

The Opportunity

Join our Infrastructure team in one of our Irish offices and contribute to impactful projects across Ireland and Europe.

The 24‑strong site infrastructure team in Ireland (based primarily in Dublin and Cork) provides a range of design services for projects in both the public and private sectors. We work closely with other Arup teams as part of Arup‑wide multidisciplinary teams in Ireland and across the world.

We deliver projects primarily in the Science Industry and Technology sectors as well as Healthcare, Educational, Commercial, Residential and a variety of other sectors.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for career development.

As a Senior Civil Design Engineer at Arup, you will:

• Lead and manage the delivery of the civil engineering and utility design scope of site development projects
• Be responsible for producing designs, drawings, 3D models, specifications and reports on time and within budget.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Represent Arup at client meetings, offering expert advice and developing innovative solutions.

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about furthering their career and gaining invaluable experience within a friendly working environment. These are the essential skills and qualifications for the position:

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering with minimum 10 years’ experience within a consultancy environment.
• Must have chartered professional status, or similar recognised qualification.
• Strong site infrastructure technical design skills (surface water, foul, water, roads and carparks, earthworks, underground utility services coordination).
• Proven track record in project delivery of large‑scale site infrastructure projects.
• Ability to technically lead and manage the design process on site infrastructure projects from conceptual layout to detailed design and construction.
• Highly experienced in the use of BIM (Civil 3D and/or Revit) to deliver coordinated site infrastructure designs as part of a multi‑discipline project environment.

We also value:

• Awareness of the Irish regulatory and planning framework, together with experience of managing site infrastructure projects through the planning process.
• Experience liaising with Uisce Eireann, Utility Companies and Local Authorities.
• Experience managing internal and external design interfaces e.g., architectural, structural, geotechnical, landscape, mechanical and electrical.
• Experience leading and directing teams in a digital/BIM environment, co‑ordinating civil services with those of other disciplines.
• Passionate about driving digital delivery on projects and keeping appraised of latest industry developments around digital and BIM.
• Experience with InfoDrainage or similar hydraulic modelling software.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and organisational skills.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust‑owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short‑term or long‑term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well‑being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit‑sharing programme.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. We're here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?