Geospatial Data Engineer (12 month FTC)

Arup
Birmingham
1 month ago
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Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.


The Opportunity

As part of our continued commitment in the growth of our established multi-disciplinary team, we are looking for a Geospatial Data Engineer to design and maintain reliable systems for managing spatial data. You’ll enable consultants, designers and engineers to trust, discover and use geospatial data, at project scale, so we can deliver timely understanding for clients in infrastructure, energy, cities and environmental markets.


You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team of more than 50 geospatial professionals spanning a wide range of experience, backgrounds, and technical skills. We value every individual’s contribution, and everyone is supported to grow through clear career pathways, mentoring, and continuous learning.


You Will Work On

  • Delivering spatial insights that shape and create impactful solutions.
  • Translating business or engineering needs into robust, fit-for-purpose spatial and mapping workflows.
  • Project delivery to deadlines.
  • Communicating complex topics in written and verbal formats.

Is this role right for you?

We’re looking for candidates with previous consultancy experience and/or a qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. GIS, Remote Sensing/Earth Observation, Geography, Geoinformatics, Computer Science).


We’d like to hear from candidates with experience in any of the following:



  • Geospatial Applications e.g. ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, AGOL, ArcGIS Enterprise
  • Data visualisation platforms, e.g. Power BI, Esri Experience Builder
  • Automation, e.g. FME, Microsoft Power Automate, Python, n8n
  • Spatial data/information management, e.g. SQL Server, Databricks, Sharepoint

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Marek Mazurowski ( ). Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.


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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts.


We also provide 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.


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 www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.


Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit our https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/.


Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for payment or your bank details as part of our recruitment process.


Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.


Closing date: 6th February 2026


We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.


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