Graduate Rail Systems Engineer
Graduate Rail Systems Engineer at Arup in Dublin, supporting the Permanent Way design team on rail infrastructure projects with data analysis, design calculations, drawings, 3D modelling and interdisciplinary coordination. Aimed at recent Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or Railway Engineering graduates; starts September 2027.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Dublin
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Junior
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Must have
- Bachelor's degree (Level 8 or above), or studying towards a Master's/PhD, in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or Railway Engineering
- No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
- Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, before employment starts
- Application must include a copy of academic transcript
- Interest in a career in the Rail industry and desire to contribute to sustainable transport
- Detail-oriented with good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work cooperatively with team members in pressure situations
Nice to have
- Passion for sustainable development, critical thinking, growth mindset and adaptability
Full description
- 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: