Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Joining Arup

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The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team based in London. The role is set in a multi project, multidisciplinary and multicultural environment. We’re looking for candidates with curiosity, personal drive and technical knowhow.

You will work in the geotechnics team within the wider Infrastructure London Group, delivering a broad portfolio of projects from local site developments to major infrastructure schemes.  The role will require geotechnical analysis and design, site supervision of piling and ground investigation works, production of specifications and reports and supervision of more junior members of the team.  There is also the potential to lead small projects or teams.   You will be accountable for the high quality of your own work, to time and budget, and that of team members as applicable.  You can expect daily contact with other Arup disciplines as well as regular contact with clients and contractors.

Essential Skills & Experience

·       Experience of working on geotechnical projects in the UK or abroad.

·       MEng. or Civil Engineering-based degree with post graduate qualification in a geotechnical related subject, preferably Soil Mechanics. Chartered with a relevant body

·       Significant experience in geotechnical analysis and design delivery, including use of geotechnical software and familiarity with UK standards, specifications and guidance.

·       An interest in the application of the Observational Method and Real Time Back Analysis whilst not essential for the role would be a significant benefit

·       Ability to quickly develop successful client relationships (both internal and external)

·       Ability to work under pressure and to meet strict competing deadlines. Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills

·       Willingness to encourage and engage in technical collaboration and skill development within the team

·       Able to work in a multi project, multidisciplinary, multicultural environment

·       Understanding of sustainability, and a desire to constructively challenge in order to improve the sustainability of projects

Desirable Skills & Experience

·       Experience of sustainability in geotechnics, for example: working within a carbon management framework such as PAS 2080, embodied carbon estimation, implementation of green and blue infrastructure, foundation re-use.

·       Understanding of advanced soil mechanics and soil structure interaction

·       Site experience in a geotechnical role, e.g. ground investigation, piling, earthworks.

·       Existing knowledge or a desire to learn numerical modelling techniques including Plaxis 2D or 3D

·       Experience in using digital tools to improve efficiency and communication of design. Including text-based programming in python and visual programming.

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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

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 contact Drina.Zupanovicgerard@arup.com to 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

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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Closing Date: 21.11.2025

We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.

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