Dublin, -
31 days ago
Graduate Rail Engineer - 2025 Graduate Programme

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin. 

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

 

The Opportunity

A career at Arup offers you the chance to make a positive difference in the world. Independently owned and independently minded, Arup is the creative force at the heart of many of the world’s most prominent projects in the built environment. When you join Arup, you immediately become part of our global community working on some of the world’s most recognised projects.

 

As a Graduate Rail Engineer at Arup, you will:

Support the Permanent Way design team with production of project drawings, completing analysis of data and carrying out design calculations, 3D modelling and checking designs. Assist with the drafting of specifications, technical proposals and investigations and completing reports. Support cross-disciplinary work enabling Arup to produce fully integrated and workable designs using the latest software tools and techniques. Contribute your creativity to producing the very best in design by assimilating and applying best practices.

 

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for graduates who is passionate about  contribute toward the development of sustainable transport.

We also value: 

Having or expect imminently to receive an accredited civil engineering degree or equivalent. An interest in a career in the Rail industry and a desire to contribute toward the development of sustainable transport. Detail oriented and having good written and oral communication skills. An ability and desire to work cooperatively with other team members in pressure situations to deliver the best outcome.

Some of our team’s exciting projects:

https://www.arup.com/projects/copenhagen-metro

https://www.arup.com/projects/orientkaj-and-nordhavn-metro-stations

Other Projects: DART+ Coastal is a project to expand the Dublin Area Rapid Transit network north to Drogheda and involves the design and construction of new track, structures, power, signalling and telecoms to support the increased service. Arup are providing the planning, design coordination and assurance services to bring the project forward to construction.

 

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in investing in our people and supporting their growth from day one. As a trust-owned company, we're driven by our purpose and values, creating a collaborative and rewarding environment for our employees.

 

Benefits that work for you:

Professional Growth & Development: Kickstart your career with our structured graduate development program, benefit from continuous learning opportunities, and receive guidance from experienced mentors. 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 graduate salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing program. Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme.  Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect. 

 

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 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.

 

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