Mechanical Leader

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

We’re looking for a Mechanical Leader to join our San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and innovative mechanical engineer who leaves a strong positive impression on clients and who has a vision and insight to shape a better world.  We are looking for a leader who has extensive design experience with HVAC systems in buildings including sustainable, low carbon, and innovative strategies demonstrated on projects and growing and leading multi-disciplinary teams.

The Opportunity

• Leading mechanical engineering design on large multi-disciplinary projects in Commercial Property, Healthcare, Aviation and / or Science and Industry
• Leading and manage multi-disciplinary teams to success. Fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence while building a climate of trust and openness within the team
• Responsible and accountable for client relations (internal and/or external).  Able to communicate to multiple levels of an external organization in order to drive vision and culture to achieve project goals.
• Performing as engineer of record (or alternate).  Designing mechanical systems including: heating, cooling, heat rejection, air distribution, ventilation, air conditioning, building automation and controls. 
• Incorporating sustainable and decarbonization design methods into building designs. 
• Strive to be continuously winning future work for the team. Design and management of large, complex, long-term projects (technical or business) while coordinating with other disciplines and external partners within tight time and budget constraints.
• Business development capabilities, experience with putting fees and proposals together, established network within the architectural industry.

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 to 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?

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the built environment with major project leadership experience. Professional Engineering License in the US required
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary projects and managing complex and large scale client relationships
• Track-record of work winning and demonstrable commercial foresight along with proven expertise in building and managing successful relationships with client organizations. 
• Experienced, dynamic, and engaging leader, who has a strong track record of leading and managing teams. Provides an aspirational role model to those developing their career 
• Ability to facilitate connections between external stakeholders and internal disciplines

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 recognizes 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.  

Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. 

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in San Francisco is $175,000 to 225,000 per year. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of San Francisco will differ. 

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

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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