Joining Arup

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

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of advisors and experts working across 34 countries with over 19,000 employees. Headquartered in London, providing design engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services across every aspect of the built environment. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

The Opportunity

Join the Manila Rail team to contribute to the design and delivery of complex rail and infrastructure projects. As an Assistant Engineer, you will support civil and structural design development while building your technical skills and gaining exposure to multidisciplinary and regional collaboration across a range of railway assets.

The role is based in Manila office.

Your role in our team

• Assist in the design and coordination of rail and other infrastructure projects.
• Support in preparing engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support project managers and other stakeholders in project execution.
• Support senior engineers in conducting feasibility studies, detailed designs and risk assessments for proposed projects.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to address project requirements and challenges.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and advancements in civil and structural engineering.
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil/Railways) or related field
• At least 2 years of relevant experience, but fresh graduates may also be considered for Graduate Engineer position
• Sound knowledge of local and international standards, engineering principles, construction methods, and materials.
• Must be motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.
• Must be able to maintain and develop successful client relationships and must be a team player and keen learner.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and should be a team player and open to coordinating with engineers of other trades / inter-disciplinary coordination.
• Able to understand the balance of engineering priorities on differing projects
• Willingness and ability to travel to other Arup offices in the East Asia / Southeast Asia or other Regions when required to enhance experience and skills.

What We Offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities.

Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide medical insurance, life assurance, Accident insurance. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits varied across different locations to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at Your life at Arup - Arup

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Psalm Manuel at psalm.manuel@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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