Senior Aviation Engineer

Arup is at the heart of the rapidly transforming transport sector, helping authorities, network operators, and the public to arrive at solutions that work. From rail and roads to aviation and maritime, we support operators in expanding services, decarbonising, and maintaining ageing networks.

Working within the Midlands Transport Roads Civils and Aviation team in either our Nottingham or Birmingham offices (or North West based), you will be involved in the design, specification, drawings, reports, site supervision and supervision of junior team members for airfield infrastructure projects. You should be an incorporated or chartered civil engineer with UK design experience and proven client‑facing abilities. Business development is also part of the role, covering bid support, project management, design liaison, and team management.

Recent project wins have led to an increased workload in airfield infrastructure within the Midlands. Typical elements you will design include geometry, airfield planning and compliance, pavements, drainage, markings, utilities and airfield lighting.

Our environment is multidisciplinary, multicultural, and project‑based. You will project‑manage airfield infrastructure projects, ensuring design meets standards such as EASA, ICAO, CAP 168, and understanding constraints of a live airfield.

• Experience designing and inspecting airfield pavements.
• Full clean UK driver’s licence.
• MEng Civil Engineering or a relevant civil engineering degree.
• ICE Chartered or working towards chartership or incorporated.
• Project management and bid management experience.

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We provide an attractive total reward package that recognises contribution and supports health and wellbeing. Benefits include private medical insurance, life and accident insurance, income protection, flexible benefits, opportunities for learning and career development, and Profit Share.

Arup is an equal‑opportunity employer that promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and support accessibility throughout the recruitment process.

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Closing Date: 31.01.2026. We may close the role earlier if applications are high, so apply early.