Senior Water Infrastructure Engineer

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Istanbul

Help shape resilient and sustainable water infrastructure in Türkiye and internationally

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

Our Water team works across a broad range of water and infrastructure projects, developing solutions to complex challenges around water management, resilience and infrastructure. As part of our multidisciplinary and international teams, you will contribute to projects in Türkiye and internationally, collaborating with specialists from different disciplines and Arup offices.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to take a senior technical role in the planning, design and delivery of water infrastructure projects.

As a Senior Water Infrastructure Engineer based in Istanbul, you will work across stormwater and drainage design, hydraulic and hydrological analysis, flood risk, utility networks, site infrastructure and water-related master planning. You will take ownership of defined technical work packages while collaborating with civil, transport, geotechnical, environmental and other disciplines.

The role also provides the opportunity to support international Arup teams, guide junior colleagues and contribute to technical proposals and the continued development of our growing Water business.

As a Senior Water Infrastructure Engineer at Arup, you will:

• Lead hydraulic and hydrological analyses and the design of drainage, stormwater, utility, culvert, channel and other water infrastructure systems across feasibility, concept, detailed design and tender stages.
• Deliver and review calculations, hydraulic models, drawings, technical reports, specifications and design documentation, identifying technical risks, constraints and interfaces and developing appropriate engineering solutions.
• Take ownership of defined technical work packages, ensuring quality, programme and coordination while working closely with project managers, clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Guide and support junior engineers and team members, contributing to technical reviews and Arup quality assurance processes.
• Contribute to technical proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates and business development activities, while collaborating with Arup teams across Europe and other regions and participating in site visits and project-related travel where required.

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for someone with strong technical experience in water infrastructure and an interest in delivering high-quality engineering solutions within multidisciplinary and international teams. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related engineering discipline, together with at least 8 years of relevant professional experience in water infrastructure, hydraulic engineering, drainage, stormwater, flood risk or utility design.
• Strong experience in hydraulic and hydrological calculations and engineering design, with demonstrable experience across several areas such as stormwater and drainage networks, water and wastewater networks, urban hydrology and catchment analysis, flood risk assessment, culvert and open-channel design, utility coordination and diversion, and site infrastructure or infrastructure master planning.
• Experience preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, drawings, reports and technical specifications, together with a good working knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS and experience with relevant software such as Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, MIKE, StormCAD, InfoWorks ICM, Urbano, MS Canal or equivalent.
• An understanding of local and international engineering standards and construction practices, combined with experience working within multidisciplinary teams and the ability to take ownership of technical tasks and deliver them to agreed quality, programme and budget requirements.
• Strong written and spoken English, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, clients and stakeholders. Experience in major infrastructure, urban development, transport, industrial or data centre projects, sustainable drainage, climate resilience, water efficiency, nature-based solutions, BIM or common data environment workflows would be advantageous.

Conditions

• Immediate incorporation.
• Availability for project-related travel within Türkiye and internationally when required.

How to apply for this vacancy?

To apply for this vacancy, register your updated CV and a cover letter in English. 

Why Arup?

At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future. Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritise meaningful work and invest in our people. We also offer a unique profit share programme, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programmes, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
•  Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programmes, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve. 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please visit our Candidate Support page for contact information and assistance. We're happy to help. 

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