Key Takeaways
- Work towards chartership as a Vertical Transportation Engineer in London.
- Requires a Masters degree in a STEM subject and an interest in architecture and the built environment.
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share and private medical insurance.
- Applications close on 12 November 2026, with early application recommended.
- Must have full working rights in the UK and no more than 12 months of comparable full-time experience.
About the Role
The Opportunity
Arup expects its vertical transportation engineers to become creative partners in the design process, working closely with architects to ensure the efficient and co-ordinated movement of people and goods around buildings. If you have curiosity, personal drive and an appreciation of (or a willingness to learn about) the Vertical Transportation sector, we would love to hear from you.
Arup is a leader in technical advances and sustainability. We look at capital cost, space efficiency, and energy costs to arrive at optimum solutions.
What You'll Do
- Work in a multi-disciplinary office, preparing designs in co-ordination with project teams, external architects, surveyors, contractors, and clients.
- Work on projects across a wide range of markets, located all over the world and at different project stages.
- Gain a thorough understanding of the role of a design engineer.
- Experience the use of software design programmes.
- Visit sites to see the work undertaken.
- Work towards chartership.
Is This Role Right For You?
We are seeking the following qualifications, skills, and attributes:
- Studying towards or have obtained an accredited Masters degree in a STEM subject, including Architectural Engineering.
- An interest in architecture and the built environment.
- Enthusiasm for a career in building design.
- Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrate a creative and inquisitive approach to problem-solving.
- The aptitude to work on your own initiative and to be proactive.
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.
- Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
- Growth seekers: A growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
- Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on any challenge.
Key Dates
- Start Date: 1 September 2027
- Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026
Early application is recommended as the role may close ahead of the advertised date due to high applicant volume.
What We Offer You
- Competitive, fair, and equitable pay.
- A career where you can belong, grow, and thrive.
- Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
- A wide range of learning opportunities.
- Possibilities to have an impact through your work.
- Profit Share.
- 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're received, so apply as early as possible.