Senior Structural Engineer

Job Title – Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Bristol

Joining Arup

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

At Arup, structural engineering is at the heart of what we do. With a legacy of shaping some of the world’s most iconic buildings and structures, we bring global expertise and local insight to every project. Our teams lead the way in low-carbon design, adaptive reuse, and timber engineering—pushing boundaries to create innovative, sustainable solutions. By collaborating across disciplines like Geotechnics and Fire Engineering, and leveraging advanced digital tools, we simplify complexity and deliver excellence. As we tackle the challenges of climate change, we’re not just responding—we’re helping to define the future of structural design.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

The Opportunity

The Bristol Structures team is a vibrant part of the West’s Property, Science & Industry (PSI) portfolio. We’ve built strong, lasting relationships with both local and national clients, and our project pipeline continues to grow. From high-performance, sustainable office developments to the sensitive restoration of cultural and heritage buildings, our work is as diverse as it is impactful.

We’re now looking for a Senior Structural Engineer who’s excited by technically challenging work and eager to contribute to cutting-edge, multidisciplinary projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and supportive building engineering team based in Bristol.

You’ll collaborate across disciplines on projects in the Commercial, Science, Mission Critical, Healthcare, and Industrial sectors—helping to shape the built environment in meaningful ways.

The role will see you:  

• Performing structural design & analysis activities
• Coordinating with clients, architects, MEP engineers and other technical specialists to produce structural solutions within the built environment.
• Collaborating with other members of the structural team to produce drawings, specifications and other deliverables to a high quality, on time and to budget.
• Working with the project manager to plan and deliver the work
• Working with Revit technicians to develop 3D models and drawings & providing support and guidance to more junior members of the team.

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?

We’re looking for candidates who are:

• Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering and are either recently chartered or nearing chartership with the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
• Proficient in the design of steel, concrete, and ideally timber or masonry structures, using Eurocodes and relevant British Standards. (We welcome applicants with experience in either consultancy or contracting, provided they bring a solid foundation in structural design).
• Well-versed in delivering projects valued over £2.5 million, with experience spanning a variety of sectors and building types
• Experienced with – or have a strong interest in – structural refurbishment and the adaptive reuse of existing buildings, including heritage or complex retrofit projects
• Able to support, guide, and mentor junior team members, fostering their technical development and contributing to a collaborative team culture

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Louise Raisbeck (Louise.Raisbeck@arup.com)  Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

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 Louise Raisbeck (Louise.Raisbeck@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 our www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process. 

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Closing Date - 5th September 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.