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Graduate Water Engineer - Civils; Water Utilities

Job in Cardiff, Cardiff City Area, CF10, Wales, UK
Listing for: Arup
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-22
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 28000 - 36000 GBP Yearly GBP 28000.00 36000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Graduate Water Engineer - Civils (Water Utilities

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

Our vision is to restore and regenerate the health of our rivers and coastlines. As a team, we deliver resilient clean water and wastewater infrastructure solutions for clients across the UK and internationally.

From day one, you will be part of an integrated team. Our core team of engineers, hydraulic modellers, and environmental scientists brings together diverse expertise to tackle complex challenges and create brilliant solutions.

Our work ranges from small-scale civil engineering projects to novel nature-based solutions and major infrastructure programmes of national significance. You'll be supported by a local network of technical specialists who work together to deliver meaningful, high-impact projects.

Key responsibilities will include:
  • Analysis and problem solving. Assessing large datasets, gap analysis and scoping future investigation needs. This can include historic drawings, surveys, catchment information, hydraulic models, reports. You will work with a variety of Contractors to specify and manage surveys, including site visits.
  • Develop solutions. You will develop and appraise a range of option types through calculations and design, sketches, workshops, technical drawings, developing bills of quantities working in and with multi-disciplinary teams. We promote a culture of learning and sharing, in a safe and supportive environment.
  • Collaboration. Communication and collaboration internally and externally. Presenting and sharing your work, participating in reviewing and challenging our own designs. We want to hear everyone’s views, in an open and collaborative environment.
  • Safety, quality and excellence. You will be expected to keep good records of meetings, reports, workshops and technical reviews, data management, design decisions and technical outputs
  • Continuous learning and curiosity. We will provide an environment for you to learn and be curious about new ideas, challenging each other in a supportive environment. You will be supported in working towards professional membership.
Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

  • Minimum Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Integrated Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is essential. Experience with, or an interest in developing skills in, Python, FME GIS, data management packages would be advantageous.
To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must meet the following criteria:
  • Full working rights in the country of application
  • No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role

Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;
  • Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
  • Innovative minds:
    We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
  • Growth seekers:
    You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
  • Adaptable adventurers:
    You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

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