Graduate Water Engineer – Stormwater Management (5826)

Arup is seeking a Graduate Water Engineer specializing in Stormwater Management in Sheffield, UK. The role involves working on diverse water projects, focusing on flood risk management and sustainable solutions. Candidates should have a relevant degree, enthusiasm for the water sector, and skills in analytical thinking and software tools. The position aims to attract innovative and adaptable individuals eager to contribute to sustainable development.
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Overview

Arup's design and engineering skills shape a full spectrum of water solutions. We see water in context. From delivering water infrastructure to advising on natural catchments, we consider commercial, economic, environmental and social implications.

Arup's global reach and keen insight into the entire water cycle, and our practical experience in contrasting climates and conditions, brings oversight to our work in water – including infrastructure design and engineering, asset management, flood mitigation, sustainable water management, water strategies and research. All-round thinking is the product of our specialist water engineers, project managers, management consultants and environmental and water scientists working seamlessly together – and in partnership with clients.

Stormwater Management

Arup's Water team in Sheffield work on a broad range of projects associated with stormwater. We help communities and businesses to adapt when they are affected by too little or too much water; it may be polluted or simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. We are civil engineers, natural scientists and more, and we have skills and expertise in flood risk management, complex hydraulic modelling, nature restoration and infrastructure projects.

We are passionate about the water sector and support a wide range of projects through different Arup portfolios. We work with different Arup teams across the world to deliver holistic solutions for nature and people. Our key areas of work include integrated hydraulic modelling, city-scale master planning, catchment science and management including nature-based solutions, flood risk management and blue-green infrastructure.
We’re looking for
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes
• Enthusiasm for a career in Water, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of the sector and work
• Minimum of a Bachelors in Water, Civil and/or Environmental Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Geophysics, or equivalent
• Masters or postgraduate degree in a similar water-related discipline
• Studying, or have studied, a course accredited by ICE, CIWEM or equivalent
• A good understanding of the theoretical approach and practical application within the Water sector
• Strong working knowledge of common software and digital tools; ability to learn new software in a working environment
• Additional experience with coding languages, digital development, and use of specialist software would be an advantage
• Analytical thinking
• Contribute to improve existing ways of working; new ideas, tools, processes
We're looking for
• Changemakers: a passion for sustainable development and creating a better world
• Innovative minds: critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo
• Growth seekers: a growth mindset, eager to learn and explore new ways of working
• Adaptable adventurers: ready to take on any challenge

You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2026.

Advert closing date: 15 November 2025

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.
Location and eligibility
• Location preferences: While the role is based in the location specified in the job advert, other opportunities may align with your profile. Please indicate preferred Arup office locations on your application form.
• Eligibility: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. You must be eligible to work permanently in the UK without sponsorship.
Notes
• Duplicate Applications: Candidates may submit only one application per recruitment cycle. Review available opportunities and select the role and location(s) that best align with your skills.
• Referral note: Referrals may increase your chances of interviewing.

South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

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Salary: GBP 28800 - 48000 per year