Key Takeaways
- Graduate Civil Engineer role in the Transport team in Bristol.
- Requires a relevant degree (e.g., Civil Engineering) and skills in design software and engineering analysis.
- Applications close on 12 November 2026, with a start date of 1 September 2027.
- The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive career development environment.
- Must have full working rights in the UK; visa sponsorship is not provided.
About the Role
This role is for a Graduate Civil Engineer in the Transport team based in Bristol.
What You'll Do
- Learn new skills and deliver high-quality work for a range of Clients, carrying out assessments, analysis, and design from initial due diligence stages through to construction.
- Use specialist analysis and design software to develop and support the design process.
- Collaborate within wider project and Arup teams, specialists, and directly with clients through good communication skills.
- Contribute to creating a sustainable future and Shaping a Better World.
- Apply digital methods and automation, such as machine learning, to improve and enhance the work delivered.
About the Team
The Civil Engineering team works on a variety of projects including roads and streets, public realm design, sustainable urban drainage, utilities co-ordination, water and wastewater treatment, and energy-related projects. They often play a key role in large-scale, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects, involved from initial concept through to detailed design and construction for public and private sector clients. Sustainability is central to their project delivery, focusing on making best use of existing assets and delivering high-value, low-carbon solutions.
Entry Requirements
- A minimum bachelor's or bachelor's/Masters degree in a relevant academic discipline, such as Civil Engineering, Maritime Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering.
- Proficiency in 2D or 3D design software (e.g., AutoCAD).
- Experience with engineering assessment and analysis (e.g., hydraulic modelling, soil mechanics, structural analysis).
- Good communication and presentation skills.
- Full working rights in the UK.
- No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
- Recently graduated or on track to graduate before employment starts.
- A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
- Innovative thinking and the ability to challenge the status quo.
- A growth mindset, eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
- Adaptability and readiness to take on challenges.
What We Offer
- A career where you can belong, grow, and thrive.
- Competitive, fair, and equitable pay.
- Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
- A wide range of learning opportunities.
- Opportunities to make an impact through your work.
- Profit Share scheme.
- Flexible working approach.
- Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover.
- Access to flexible benefits.
Application Process
The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview, and offer stage. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so early application is recommended.
Key Dates
- Start Date: 1 September 2027
- Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026
Please note: This role may close ahead of the advertised closing date in the event of high applicant volume. Early application is recommended.