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Around the world, we are helping national road operators plan for connected and autonomous vehicles on their networks by advising on key investment decisions, transitional commitments and trialling new technologies.

In the UK, Arup is leading the UK Autodrive consortium which is evaluating the complex implementation issues and business models presented by autonomous vehicles.

We work with governments to develop future scenarios to help improve planning decisions and supported Highways England as they developed their first innovation, technology and research strategy identifying projects and trials to improve safety and tackle congestion on the UK's roads. 

Teams available within Highways


Intelligent Mobility ITS 

Available locations: Birmingham.

Within our Intelligent Mobility business our goal is to prepare our clients for a new era of user-focussed mobility and to create environments where more people can enjoy integrated, seamless journeys.  To achieve this, we work with governments, industry, and investors to use data and technology to reimagine mobility.  We think about Intelligent Mobility in terms of Key Themes around which our services are based:  

  • Connected and Autonomous Vehicles   
  • Mobility Pricing   
  • Low Emission Mobility   
  • Shared & Mobility as a Service (MaaS)   
  • Systems and Operations (Including more traditional Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS))   
  • Active Travel and Data & Tools   

We are looking for candidates with a minimum of Bachelor's degree in a STEM subject, such as but not limited to; Intelligent Transport Systems, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Civil Engineering, System Engineering, Geography, GIS, Data Science and Human Factors.

Is this role right for you? 

We're looking for people who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we'd like to hear from you. 

You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2024.