Junior Wind and Microclimate Specialist

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin. 

The Opportunity

We are looking for a candidate that is interested in joining our Specialist Technology, Analytics and Research team and developing their career in the areas of wind, climate hazards and risk, microclimate and urban physics. Our team works on multidisciplinary design projects and advances technical expertise to support innovative and resilient design solutions for the built environment.   

As a Junior Climate and Wind Consultant at Arup, you will:

• Conduct studies to identify the impact of different climate and wind conditions on buildings, outdoor comfort, wind microclimate and walkability.
• Use climate data and models to inform hazard and impact analyses of buildings assets and portfolios and understand the physical threat of climate change.  
• Collaborate with other structural engineers, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, and risk consultants on innovative buildings and infrastructure projects.
• Work closely with our in-house technical and digital specialists to find unique solutions for our clients’ challenges
• Technical report writing and preparation of presentation documents.
• Attend design team meetings and present design outcomes.

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for candidates who are: 

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a Master's or PhD Degree in Building Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or other related disciplines.
• Have a fundamental knowledge of computational modelling (CFD, WRF or building and environmental physics tools preferred).
• Basic understanding of climate risk for the built environment
• Experience creating or adapting coding scripts (Python, GIS, or other programming languages) for data processing and visualization.

We also value: 

• Interest in developing skills on wind modelling (CFD or wind tunnel testing) and/or climate modelling 
• Experience or familiarity with the built environment, i.e. buildings, transportation infrastructure, and other civil infrastructure.

Application Process

To be considered for this opportunity, please follow these steps:

• Ensure that all required fields of the application form are filled out accurately and in full.
• A copy of your CV must be submitted along with your most recent college transcripts.

The deadline for applications is Tuesday 22nd April 2025 and we will revert to all applications after this date.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in investing in our people and supporting their growth from day one. As a trust-owned company, we're driven by our purpose and values, creating a collaborative and rewarding environment for our employees.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programmes and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup. 
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing program.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme. 
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect. 

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible.

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Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?