Graduate Maritime Engineer (5647)

Arup; City of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in London is looking for a Graduate Maritime Engineer to work on innovative maritime projects, engage in feasibility studies, and produce essential reports and drawings. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Civil Engineering and has a passion for sustainability. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional development and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering or equivalent.
• Some understanding of civil and coastal engineering including geotechnics, environment, structures and coastal processes.
• A passion for sustainability and decarbonisation of maritime infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Engage in masterplanning, due diligence and feasibility studies.
• Produce reports, presentations, drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Conduct site visits and surveys, interacting with Clients and Stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Knowledge of ports and coastal sectors

Proactive initiative

Programming experience

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

GIS software

Job description

Overview

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Maritime at Arup: We bring inventive, trusted solutions to complex challenges in the maritime and coastal environment. We work with ports and coastal communities to adapt to changes in global trade, climate, resources, and the transition to a low carbon economy, covering the full lifecycle of port, maritime and coastal projects.

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.

Responsibilities

• Engage in masterplanning, due diligence and feasibility studies, inspections and assessments, consents, engineering design, project management, construction supervision and related activities.
• Produce reports, presentations, drawings, calculations, specifications, Feasibility Studies and Business Cases.
• Conduct site visits and surveys, interacting with Clients and Stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to deliver project outcomes, with a focus on decarbonisation and sustainable maritime infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Science or equivalent
• Enthusiasm for a career in Maritime with knowledge 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
• Analytical thinking and/or systems thinking approach
• Aptitude to work on own initiative and be proactive
• Programming experience is desirable
• Experience with CAD, GIS and related software is advantageous

Additional Information

• We’re Looking For: Changemakers, Innovative minds, Growth seekers, Adaptable adventurers
• Start date: September 2026
• Advert closing date: 15th November 2025
• Location considerations: Arup offices; please indicate preferred locations on the application form
• Eligibility: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role; you must be eligible to work permanently in the UK without sponsorship

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Design Services

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