Rail Engineer

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

As a Senior Civil & Structural Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of complex rail and infrastructure projects across the Philippines and the East Asia region. Leveraging your expertise in civil and structural engineering, you will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions. Based in our Manila office, you will also benefit from extensive railway engineering training delivered by Arup's global rail experts, further developing your technical capability and regional experience.

The Opportunity

• Lead the design and engineering of civil and structural elements for rail and major infrastructure projects, ensuring technical excellence throughout the project lifecycle. 
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports, while ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards and relevant design codes. 
• Provide technical leadership and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors and regulatory authorities to deliver coordinated project outcomes. 
• Conduct site inspections and provide engineering support during design and construction phases to resolve technical challenges and maintain project quality. 
• Mentor and develop junior engineers while contributing to continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and the growth of Arup's rail engineering capability.

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?

• A Civil or Structural Engineering degree with Professional Engineer registration or equivalent, and at least six years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects within a multidisciplinary consulting environment. 
• Strong experience in infrastructure projects such as viaducts, bridges, railway stations or similar structures, with rail project experience considered highly desirable. 
• Excellent knowledge of Philippine and international engineering codes and standards, including NSCP, DPWH, ASCE, ACI, AISC, AASHTO, ASTM, BS and Eurocodes. 
• Proficiency in structural engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, ETABS and STAAD.Pro, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and a willingness to travel across the East Asia and Southeast Asia region for project delivery and professional development.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Psalm.Manuel@arup.com.

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.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. 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. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and 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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