Graduate Structural Engineer (Available 2027)

Arup

Houston, TXFresher6m agovia LinkedIn

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 1 year · Master's degree
Must know
Embedded systems
Nice to have
PythonMySQLAutoCADRevit
Work
On-site in Houston
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
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About the Role

Arup is a global consultancy guiding, planning, and designing the future of the built environment. We are seeking Graduate Structural Engineers to join our team, collaborating with architects and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver complex, high-profile projects. Sustainability is embedded in our design approach, working with specialists to track carbon and influence material selection across various sectors including property, arts and culture, science and technology, industry and manufacturing, healthcare, aviation, and rail. Graduate engineers will develop a broad technical foundation, contribute to innovative, sustainable designs, and work collaboratively with experienced colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design structural systems and perform structural analysis.
  • Work with project teams to develop sustainable solutions to built environment challenges.
  • Deliver structural engineering drawings, calculations, reports, sketches, and presentations.
  • Collaborate with internal and external parties.
  • Learn and implement software and technology skills.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering.
  • Coursework in structural analysis, advanced steel design, and advanced reinforced concrete design.
  • Professional demeanor.
  • Skills in planning and organizing.
  • Ability to perform in a deadline environment.
  • Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way.
  • Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn.
  • Ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and exceptional organization skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • FE/ EIT certification preferred.
  • Coursework in structural dynamics and earthquake engineering preferred.
  • Structural software skills, Revit skills, 3D modeling skills (Rhino, SketchUp, etc.), coding skills (MySQL, Python, etc.), AutoCAD skills preferred.
  • Past internship with a design firm or extracurricular activity in the field preferred.
  • Past history of technical presentations and technical writing preferred.
  • Personal engagement in an academic, volunteer, or extracurricular field preferred.
  • Ability to visually communicate through a variety of media preferred.

Qualifications

  • Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
  • Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Core Attributes

  • Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
  • Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
  • Growth seekers: A growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
  • Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on any challenge.

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