Senior Engineer

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
To support our commitment in providing world-class services, our Senior Engineer will be working with the Rail team based in Manila and across the Region, and external partners/clients whenever required.

Your role in our team

• Lead and manage the design and engineering of civil and structural components for rail and other infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams, ensuring designs meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Provide design expertise across the project lifecycle, from Master Plan and Feasibility Stages through Concept, Preliminary, and Detailed Design, and offer support during construction phases.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Conduct site inspections and assessments to identify and resolve engineering issues, if needed.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Collaborate with clients, other consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies to address project requirements and challenges.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and advancements in civil and structural engineering.
• Mentor and provide training to junior engineers and project teams.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

Is this role right for you?

• Licensed Engineer (Civil/Structural) or related field.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in civil and structural engineering gained from multi-disciplinary consulting firms or similar industries
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex infrastructure projects. Specific rail project experience would be an advantage
• Strong knowledge of and practical application of code of practice for both local (NBC, NSCP, DPWH) and international projects (ASCE, ACI, AISC, AASHTO, FHWA, ASTM, BS, Eurocodes, etc.), engineering principles, construction methods, and materials.
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD/MicroStation, Revit, ETABS, STAAD.Pro, etc).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with project management and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
• 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 that recognizes 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 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 offer a competitive package commensurate with qualifications and experience to the right candidate including HMO, Group Life and Accident Insurance, medical reimbursement, government standard benefits, 15 days VL and SL, hybrid work arrangement and long-term career development opportunities.

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

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