Graduate Engineer - Rail Electrification

Graduate Railway Electrification & Overhead Line Engineering role at Arup focused on rail infrastructure design, electrification systems, technical calculations, CAD, design assurance and project delivery from feasibility through construction.

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 delivers railway electrification and overhead line engineering services across a wide range of projects and clients. We provide technical leadership, design, assurance, and project delivery support throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept development through to detailed design and construction support.

The team works closely with interfacing disciplines and client organisations to develop safe, efficient, and technically robust solutions that meet operational, regulatory, and programme requirements.

• Deliver railway electrification and overhead line engineering design work across a range of infrastructure projects and project stages.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop safe, efficient, and technically robust engineering solutions.

• Prepare and review technical calculations, drawings, reports, specifications, and design documentation.

• Engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to support project delivery and resolve technical challenges.

• Contribute to project planning, design assurance, and continuous improvement activities while developing technical expertise and industry knowledge.

Is this role right for you?  

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes: A Masters degree in relevant academic discipline, such as Mechanical Engineering; Civil Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Structural Engineering.

Skills and experience interested in problem solving, data analysis, CAD, load calculation. Use of AutoCAD, use of Microstation, use of Microsoft office.

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.