Associate Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

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.

Our mechanical engineers provide simple and elegant solutions that enhance the long-term value of properties. Our experience encompasses passive and energy-efficient solutions that contribute to sustainable building design and appraisal and retrofit for better performing services in existing buildings.

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The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for an Associate Mechanical Engineer who is looking for technically stimulating work on cutting-edge projects, to become a permanent member of our creative, friendly Building Engineering Team in London.

You will work on some of the most exciting and innovative buildings across the world. The team are currently involved in projects world-wide from feasibility stage through to practical completion. Current and recent projects include residential and social infrastructure projects such as Ebury Bridge Estate and Canada Water; rail projects such as Sydney Metro, Copenhagen Metro and Euston Station; commercial developments such as 6-8 Bishopsgate, 90 Long Acre; and a variety of projects such as large refurbishments in buildings, residential projects with high sustainability targets and developing and delivering decarbonisation strategies. The focus of our work is split between new build developments and retrofit/refurbishment projects, given the drive towards both increasing sustainable solutions and supporting our clients reduce the carbon impact of their buildings.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

Is this role right for you?

You will be guiding and coordinating the design of various projects, taking them from initial brief through scheme & detail design to installation and commissioning support, while providing technical guidance and design management on multi-disciplinary projects. You will also mentor and develop junior colleagues.

In your role in the Group, you will be working alongside colleagues from all over Arup providing the full range of multi-disciplinary services required to deliver major projects. With experience in MEP design you will have the self-assurance to lead your discipline as well as the ability to take on lead roles on projects, including sub-consultants.

Requirements

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer / Building Services Engineer as well as a Chartered Engineer
• You should have strong commercial and client facing skills and be able to represent Arup externally. You will be able to direct and deliver bids to secure new work.
• Experience in directing teams of engineers throughout all stages of design and construction
• Represented the design and/or discipline team in discussions with the client and contractor
• Knowledge and interest in sustainable building design in terms of both energy and carbon, challenging yourself and the rest of the design team to achieve the optimum outcome for the project

Not ready to apply just yet or have some questions? Contact Marek at marek.mazurowski@arup.com

If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities, please sign up to our Talent Community; https://arupwhg.avature.net/talent where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you. 

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. 

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Marek at marek.mazurowski@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit our Application Process Page : https://www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process

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Closing date: 31st May 2024

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