Graduate Risk & Resilience Engineer (Available 2026)

Arup is a global consultancy with expertise in advisory and technical fields, and they are seeking a Graduate Risk & Resilience Engineer to undertake risk assessments and develop resilience strategies for buildings and infrastructure. The role involves performing hazard analysis, vulnerability assessments, and supporting project deliverables while promoting sustainable development.

Responsibilities

• Undertake qualitative and quantitative physical risk assessments of buildings and infrastructure for multiple hazards including earthquake, flood, wind, heat, and wildfire, among others
• Undertake hazard analysis for multiple hazards, which may include climate change analysis and apply methods to incorporate climate change into hazard models
• Perform vulnerability analysis of assets considering different types of hazards; apply advanced simulation methods, engineering calculations, precedent research, etc
• Support the development of risk mitigation, resilience and climate adaptation strategies, when applicable, for buildings and infrastructure projects as well as for cities and communities
• Apply best practices in risk-based decision making and adaptation planning (e.g., cost-benefit analysis, adaptation pathways)
• Employ and develop automation scripts for risk models and other daily tasks
• Support the development of project deliverables including reporting, enabling digital platforms, and communicating findings to clients and stakeholders

Skills

• Minimum of a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Climate Science or similar
• Basic understanding of computer programming and coding experience to enable hazard and/or engineering risk calculations and results postprocessing / visualization
• Understanding of basic concepts in risk, statistics and probability
• Interest in understanding climate change and natural hazard risks and improving the resilience of assets in the built environment
• An MS or PhD in engineering, science, or risk management is desirable but not required
• Understanding of multi-hazard qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methods and models preferred
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to conduct risk assessments, evaluate adaptation options, perform cost-benefit analysis, and develop data-driven recommendations preferred
• Familiarity with probabilistic risk modeling concepts and methodologies such as FEMA P-58 and HAZUS, or similar preferred
• Proficiency in computer programming preferred
• Subject matter expertise with one or more hazards such as earthquake, wind, flood, wildfire, or extreme heat, or expertise in climate change preferred
• Proficiency in GIS software preferred
• Understanding of factors which influence the resilience of buildings and other physical infrastructure, organizations, and communities preferred

Benefits

• Health and welfare security
• Paid time off for rest and renewal
• Global profit share scheme
• Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually)
• 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match

Company Overview

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