Industrial Placement Civil Engineer – Transport – Cardiff

Company: Arup
Apply for the Industrial Placement Civil Engineer – Transport – Cardiff
Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

Overview

In this placement, you contribute to civil engineering and transport projects across roads, public realm, and multi-disciplinary infrastructure with a sustainability focus. You’ll learn and apply assessments, analyses, and designs from early due diligence to construction, collaborating with cross-functional teams. You’ll explore digital methods and automation, shaping low-carbon solutions for clients and communities. This is a chance to grow in a global firm that champions innovative, sustainable outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

  • profit share
  • private medical insurance
  • life assurance
  • accident insurance
  • income protection
  • flexible benefits

Responsibilities

  • Carry out assessments, analyses and design from due diligence through to construction
  • Collaborate with wider project teams and specialists via clear communication
  • Deliver high-quality work for diverse clients across infrastructure disciplines
  • Explore digital methods and automation (e.g., machine learning) to enhance project outputs
  • Support sustainable, low-carbon delivery within projects

Key requirements

  • Working towards a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline, on track for 2:1 or above
  • Proficiency with 2D/3D design software (e.g., AutoCAD)
  • Engineering assessment and analysis experience (hydraulic modelling, soil mechanics, structural analysis)
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Changemakers: passion for sustainable development
  • Innovative minds: open to new ideas and challenging norms
  • Growth seekers: eager to learn and try new approaches
  • AutoCAD
  • Hydraulic modelling
  • Soil mechanics

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Posted: October 10th, 2026