Civil Alignment Engineer

Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We are seeking a highly skilled Civil Alignment Engineer with strong experience in both transportation alignment design and broader civil infrastructure engineering. The role requires expertise in horizontal and vertical alignment development for highways and rail systems, combined with practical civil design experience covering earthworks, drainage, utilities coordination, grading, and multidisciplinary infrastructure integration.

The ideal candidate will be capable of undertaking the detailed design independently while coordinating with civil, structural, geotechnical, drainage, and utilities teams on large-scale infrastructure projects.

The Opportunity 

• Develop horizontal and vertical alignments for highway and rail infrastructure projects. 
• Prepare alignment layouts, corridor models, profiles, cross-sections, and geometric design calculations. 
• Conduct design compliance checks against relevant highway and railway standards and client requirements. 
• Provide detailed design work across a broad range of projects within Civil engineering and related areas. 
• You will be required to work with minimal supervision in your area of responsibility, and you may be accountable for defined parts of design projects;  
• You will be responsible for ensuring the quality and accuracy of your work;  
• You will represent your team or area at internal meetings, and you may be responsible for organising events, activities or small internal business projects; 
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of detailed tender submissions and presentations. 
• Prepare project reports for clients summarising key issues and strategically advising on best outcomes. 
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and external stakeholders.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you? 

• Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in Civil & Structural Engineering or similar area;  
• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in Rail / Highway Alignment and Civil & Structural works within a consulting business environment;  
• Membership of relevant professional institutions/professional peer bodies or significant credit towards eligibility for membership; 
• Familiar with British/Malaysian and other international Codes and Practices, knowledge of EuroCode and BIM Standard is an added advantage.  
• Experience using Autodesk (CAD, Civil 3D, Civil 3D Bonus: Infrawork, Naviswork)  
• Awareness/knowledge of digital tools and software is preferred (e.g. ArcGIS, OpenRoad, MITS, IPANET, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Rhinoceros 3D, Bluebeam, ProjectWise, or similar);  
• Proven working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, AHJ / authority’s requirement and guidelines – and Arup’s related procedures including OH&S

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 eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Please see a list of Arup’s Malaysia benefits below:
•    Flexible working hours
•    Paid maternity leave for 98 days
•    Paid paternity leave for 7 working days
•    Birthday leave
•    Mobile phone allowance
•    Travel allowance
•    Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
•    International mobility opportunities
•    Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
•    Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination fees
•    Exam Leave (6 days)
•    QP allowance
•    Master’s Degree Sponsorship Scheme
•    Car allowance for Associates and above.

Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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