Graduate Maritime Engineer

Maritime at Arup We bring inventive, trusted solutions to complex challenges in the maritime and coastal environment. Changes in global trade, a changing climate, stretched resources and the transition to a low carbon economy mean that ports and coastal communities must constantly adapt. To meet the challenge of adaptation, we bring specialist understanding to the entire range and lifecycle of port, maritime and coastal projects.Whether guiding a client from concept to realisation or focusing on supporting our client operate assets more effectively, our maritime team members are involved in masterplanning, due diligence and feasibility studies, inspections and assessments, consents, engineering design, project management, construction supervision and more. We work with maritime clients to help them decarbonise and respond to the climate and biodiversity emergencies, bringing a whole-systems approach and technically robust trusted advice.The Opportunity The Maritime Team The team thrives on the diversity of our work. Projects undertaken include port developments/upgrades, coastal protection schemes, river transport, decarbonisation studies and waterfront developments. We often play a key role in large scale multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects, usually in the ports, coastal and energy sectors. The team is involved in projects throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept stage through to detailed design and construction, for a wide range of both public and private sector clients.Energy, collaboration, and effective communication is fundamental to success as our teams are often at the core of these projects acting as integrators or facilitators, working closely with many internal specialists and external bodies from clients and contractors to statutory approval organisations. The Role You will be working with a broad range of Clients such as investors, port authorities, the Environment Agency, energy companies, Local Authorities, and contractors. You will also have the opportunity to undertake site visits and site surveys, meeting with Clients and Stakeholders and collaborating with others, both within Arup and external to Arup. You will be responsible for producing reports, presentations, drawings and calculations, specifications, as well as Feasibility Studies and Business Cases.Arup will support you in your professional development, providing you with the necessary experience and training to deepen your professional skills and progress with your professional qualifications. You will have opportunities to gain a range of experience and develop your skills working within a great collaborative team who are willing to share knowledge and help you learn.Is this role right for you?Do You Fit The Below Criteria Minimum of Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Science or equivalent Enthusiasm for a career in Maritime underpinned by some knowledge and understanding of the ports and coastal sectors Some understanding of civil and coastal engineering including geotechnics, environment, structures and coastal processes A passion for sustainability and decarbonisation of maritime infrastructure Have an analytical thought process and/or a systems thinking approach The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive Programming experience with coding languages is desirable Experience with computer aided design, GIS and other relevant software is advantageous We're Looking ForChangemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.Innovative minds: We're looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2026. Advert closing date: 6th January 2026 Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended. Location Preferences While the role you applied for is based in the location specified in the job advert, we may have other opportunities that align with your profile. To help us assess this, please let us know which Arup office locations you would be interested in working in on your application form Duplicate applications Please note, candidates are permitted to submit only one application per recruitment cycle. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and selecting the role and location(s) that best align with your skills and interests before applying. Eligibility Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.