Graduate Rail Systems Engineer

• Deadline: November 12th, 2026
• Salary: Competitive
• Location: Dublin
• Degree required: Bachelor's
• Starting: September 2027
• Disciplines: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical

See it differently

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

At Arup, our rail teams deliver innovative and sustainable solutions that connect people, communities and economies. As a Graduate Rail Engineer, you will work on exciting rail and transportation projects, supporting the design, development and delivery of critical infrastructure that improves mobility and creates lasting impact.

As a Graduate Rail Systems Engineer at Arup, you will, but not limited to:

• Support the Permanent Way design team with analysis of data and carrying out design calculations and production of project drawings, 3D modelling, checking designs and coordinating interdisciplinary interfaces
• Assist with the drafting of specifications, technical proposals and investigations and completing reports.
• Support cross-disciplinary work enabling Arup to produce fully integrated and workable designs using the latest software tools and techniques.
• Contribute your creativity to producing the very best in design by assimilating and applying best practices.

Does this role inspire you?

• We're looking for graduates who is passionate about contribute toward the development of sustainable transport.

We also value:

• An interest in a career in the Rail industry and a desire to contribute toward the development of sustainable transport.
• Detail oriented and having good written and oral communication skills.
• An ability and desire to work cooperatively with other team members in pressure situations to deliver the best outcome.

Is this role right for you?

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

A Bachelor's degree (Level 8 or above) or studying towards a Master's degree or PhD in the following disciplines:

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Railway Engineering

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

• 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.

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. We advise that you apply early.

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 permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide for our permanent members Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits 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.