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Graduate Technology Consulting and System Design Consultant

Arup
Competitive
BirminghamBristol

Expected closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Design and specify cutting-edge ICT systems and telecoms services for the built environment.
  • Requires an undergraduate or bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
  • Start date: 1 September 2027.
  • Advert closing date: 12 November 2026.
  • No visa sponsorship offered.

About the Role

Our team's areas of technical expertise include IT facilities & cabling, Wired networking, Wireless networking, Rail telecoms including Operational Telecommunications and Station Information & Surveillance Systems (SISS).

We design and specify cutting-edge ICT systems and telecoms services for the built environment. We work across dynamic sectors such as transport, government, sport, property, and energy, to shape the future of ICT through innovative solutions. Current projects include data centres, stations, airports, stadia, hospitals, and corporate headquarter buildings.

With the growing importance of net zero commitments reshaping industry practices, we use innovative digital tools that help create a sustainable future for both the built and natural environment. Contribute to ICT and telecoms infrastructure and systems design development (from concept through to construction).

Key Duties

  • Contribute to ICT and telecoms infrastructure and systems design development (from concept through to construction).
  • Produce project deliverables such as presentations, basis of design documents, specifications, drawings, technical notes, and minutes of meetings using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation and Microsoft Office and WLAN and CCTV modelling tools.
  • Collaborate with team members and other project disciplines to ensure designs and deliverables are fully coordinated.
  • Support with on-site monitoring and witness testing of ICT infrastructure and systems installations.

Entry Requirements

  • An undergraduate or bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, such as Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science (including Cybersecurity), Systems Engineering or Electronic Engineering.
  • Technical skills in Autodesk Revit; Autodesk AutoCAD; MicroStation; iBwave Wireless Modelling Tool; Navisworks Simulation; JVSG; Cisco CCNA; CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator); CNIT (Certified Network Infrastructure Technician — or equivalent); RF propagation tools and techniques.
  • 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.

Core Attributes

  • Changemakers: You care about sustainable development and want to see your work make a genuine difference.
  • Innovative minds: You think critically, ask hard questions, and are genuinely open to new approaches.
  • Growth seekers: You are curious, actively seek feedback, and look for ways to keep developing.
  • Adaptable adventurers: You are comfortable with uncertainty and adapt readily as projects and priorities evolve.

Start Date

  • 1 September 2027

Benefits

  • Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
  • Profit Share.
  • Flexible working approach.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Life assurance.
  • Accident insurance.
  • Income protection cover.
  • Access to flexible benefits for wellbeing.
  • Wide range of learning opportunities.

Application Process

  • Online application.
  • Psychometric testing.
  • Application review.
  • Case study.
  • Interview.
  • Offer stage.

Applications are reviewed as they're received, so early application is recommended.