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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Join Arup as a Graduate Structural Engineer in Bristol.
- Undertake structural analysis, design, and communication on diverse projects.
- Requires a 2.1 or above in a relevant engineering degree and a passion for structural engineering.
- The role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and professional development.
- Applications close on 12 November 2026, with a start date of 1 September 2027.
About the Role
This is an opportunity to join Arup as a Graduate Structural Engineer in Bristol. You will be involved in projects ranging from major infrastructure to smaller alterations, all with the aim of shaping a better world.
What You'll Do
Your role will involve learning the craft of structural engineering, shadowing experienced engineers and assisting in the early stages of projects. Key responsibilities include:
- Analysis: Performing structural calculations, modelling, and engineering analysis.
- Design: Developing economical, practical, and sustainable structural engineering solutions, considering embodied carbon and project goals. This includes building computer models to monitor structural behaviour.
- Communication: Effectively communicating designs and ideas through drawings, sketches, digital models, calculations, BIM, meetings, presentations, and written reports.
- Teamwork: Cooperating with others, taking and giving instructions, solving problems collaboratively, and treating colleagues with respect.
- Learning: Gaining knowledge of structural engineering practices, codes, software, materials, and construction techniques, as well as understanding other disciplines involved in project delivery.
- Planning: Agreeing deadlines and working effectively within the team.
- Responsibility: Taking ownership of the quality and timeliness of your work, your professional development, and your impact on others.
- Innovation: Finding new, better, faster, and cheaper ways of working, applying scripting and automation, and developing bespoke software and spreadsheets.
- Relationship Building: Investing time in developing relationships with project teams, peers, and colleagues, and contributing to the office community.
About You
We are looking for individuals with:
- A degree in Civil, Structural, General or Architectural Engineering, or Engineering Science, achieving a 2.1 or above.
- Completion of an ICE or IStructE accredited course.
- A passion for structural engineering.
- Full working rights in the UK.
- No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
- Recent or imminent graduation from your most recent degree.
We also value:
- A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
- Innovative thinking and a willingness to challenge the status quo.
- A growth mindset with a desire 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 supporting health and wellbeing.
- A wide range of learning opportunities.
- Profit Share scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover.
- Access to flexible benefits for wellbeing.
Key Dates
- Start Date: 1 September 2027
- Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026
Please note: Applications are reviewed as received, and the role may close early. Early application is recommended.