Senior Electrical Engineers

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.  Around the globe, Arup’s electrical engineers bring specialist expertise to solutions for energy, water and waste utilities and industrial clients.  Our comprehensive services include power and control design, demand assessment, supply and system resilience, utilities consultancy and sustainable electrical engineering design.   Whether in renewable energy generation, hydrogen production, hydropower, mission-critical facilities, water and waste treatment, energy from waste or any market, we meet the creative and commercial demands of clients and developers.  We are trusted to bring inventive solutions to complex technical challenges: from concept to delivery, we apply system thinking to deliver net zero projects.

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The Opportunity

We have multiple opportunities for Senior Electrical Engineers looking for technically challenging work as part of a dynamic and growing team focussing on Energy, Water and Resources projects. You will be in a client-facing role, directing projects and help to develop and inspire junior engineers as part of an established MEICA Engineering delivery team. With a range of varied projects, working alongside mechanical, process, civil-structural colleagues, you will be able to develop your skills and play your part in some of the most interesting and exciting projects in the UK and around the world. These roles are open to our offices in Leeds, Whitehaven, Warrington, Sheffield, Manchester and Glasgow. 

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? 

As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will be a key part of the MEICA team; managing multi-disciplinary projects while providing technical support to other engineers and consultants. We are seeking experience in a professional Electrical design engineering capacity either within a consulting environment or working closely with a consultancy.  You will take an active role in pushing forward the skills and abilities of the electrical team members.  We value creative approaches and the desire to improve upon ‘the norm’ while staying grounded in the art of the possible.  

We are seeking the following skills and knowledge:

• Strong technical ability
• Ability to guide feasibility, full design duties and site stage activities of complex major and minor projects.
• Experience of the IEE Wiring regulations, national and international standards
• Appreciation and  experience of producing and interpreting complex or detailed design drawings and documentation.
• Knowledge of relevant software design tools, techniques and related methods e.g. IT systems, Amtech etc.
• Proficient in the  specification of development work as well as the interpretation and application of results. 

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Kylie O’Hanlon – Kylie.OHanlon@arup.com

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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 Kylie.Ohanlon@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 https://www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process

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Closing date - 30-04-24

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