Arcadis
Global design, engineering and consultancy firm delivering intelligence‑driven sustainable solutions for natural & built assets.
8 days ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Little Island, Municipal District of Cobh, Ireland
Office Full-Time
Company Size
36,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
hvac design
energy review
sustainability systems
clean rooms
ventilation
chp systems
- Work on HVAC/Building Services design for industrial and semiconductor projects
- Conduct energy‑saving reviews and implement sustainability systems
- Design ventilation, Grade A clean rooms, chilled/heating water, steam, compressed air and CHP systems
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams across the UK, Ireland and potentially global clients
Requirements
beng/meng
2:2
2026 grad
resilience
teamwork
travel
Eligible candidates hold a BEng or MEng in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering and will graduate in 2026 with at least a 2:2. Arcadis looks for resilience, creativity, analytical thinking, teamwork, strong communication and a willingness to travel when required.
- Specialise in chosen engineering discipline while applying human‑centred technical solutions
- Required degree: BEng/MEng in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering, graduating 2026 with ≥2:2
- Demonstrate resilience, creativity, analytical thinking and teamwork
- Strong communication skills to influence and consult stakeholders
- Willingness to travel and work away from home when needed (virtual working embraced)
Benefits
Arcadis’s graduate GROW programme is a structured three‑year development pathway that combines formal training, mentoring and support for professional accreditations. Graduates are empowered to build a career, gain varied experience and develop the technical and consulting skills needed for success.
Engineers in the GROW programme specialise in their chosen discipline while applying a human‑centred approach to technical work. The role offers exposure to projects across the UK, Ireland and potentially international clients, allowing graduates to innovate and create sustainable solutions.
Arcadis believes that empowered individuals drive impact, offering a skills‑based career path and the chance to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Employees are encouraged to make a meaningful contribution to clients, colleagues, and the wider world.
- Structured 3‑year GROW graduate programme with training, mentoring and accreditation support
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1888
Year Founded
The company was established in the Netherlands with a focus on reclaiming wetlands.
30+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates in over 30 countries worldwide, showcasing its extensive international reach.
€5B
2023 Revenue
Achieved €5 billion in gross revenues, reflecting strong financial performance and strategic growth.
- Evolved into a global design, engineering and consultancy powerhouse.
- Excels in major infrastructure, water management, urban building, transport and industrial manufacturing projects worldwide.
- Recent standout assignments include flood defences in New York, the Sydney Metro, and sustainable legacy planning for the Paris Olympics.
- Structured around core business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience and Intelligence—backed by digital centres of excellence.
- Notable for blending data-driven tools with traditional consulting to optimise asset lifecycles and smart infrastructure.
Culture + Values
- People First
- Collaboration
- Client Success
- Integrity
- Sustainability
Environment + Sustainability
Net-Zero by 2035
GHG Emissions Target
Commitment to achieving net-zero across the entire value chain.
70% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute scope 1 and market-based scope 2 GHG emissions by 2026, measured from a 2019 baseline.
58% GHG Reduction
Emissions Progress
Achieved a 58% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by end-2023 compared to 2019 levels.
100% Renewable Energy
Energy Consumption
Purchases renewable electricity certificates to cover all office and work-from-home energy use.
- Transition of company fleet to EVs by 2030 (currently 26–35% by late 2024)
- 50% reduction in air travel emissions by 2025 (currently ~29%)
- 35% reduction in business travel emissions by 2025 (already at ~37%)
- Joined supply-chain emissions platform in 2023 to capture supplier scope 3 data
Inclusion & Diversity
>40% Female Workforce
Gender Diversity Goal
Targets over 40% of workforce to be female by the end of 2026, reflecting a strong commitment to gender balance.
Top 25% eNPS
Employee Satisfaction Ranking
Aims to remain in the top 25% of the professional services sector for employee satisfaction, as measured by eNPS scores.
- Continues to develop people through Skills Powered Organisation and Energy Transition Academy
- GEC recruitment drive and increased focus on global roles to support diverse career paths