Street Lighting Engineer/Technician

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a Street Lighting Engineer/Technician to join our national Intelligent Mobility (IM) team to support the delivery of an expanding project portfolio of lighting design services across the UK and internationally. 

This role will work to support the provision of technical advice and design services to deliver street lighting and electrical designs that are safe, efficient and follow good working practices to help balance the needs of the economy,  environment and society.   

Whilst the ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years street lighting design experience, we are interested in those who would also be keen to broaden and expand their skills and knowledge in other key areas of the IM business such as urban, inter-urban intelligent transport systems and tunnel services.  Training and mentoring will be provided if the candidate is seeking the development of their career across a range of interesting and challenging disciplines. 

Maintaining road safety during hours of darkness is often at the forefront of implementing lighting.  As designers we deliver external lighting designs that provide the right light in the right place at the right time to support energy reduction, meet de-carbonisation targets and to ensure that environmental impact is minimised.  This is often achieved through the use of intelligent control and integration with other technology systems that are deployed on our roads and streets. 

Is this role for you?

The role will require undertaking the modelling of lighting designs using both luminance and illuminance criteria, preparation of design drawings, schematics and schedules. Compiling technical specifications, BS 7671 calculations, impact assessment and undertaking risk assessments and fulfilling CDM design duties. 

The successful candidate will undertake a range of roles either forming part of a larger team delivering major projects or be the designated lighting specialist for smaller projects to support their development in leadership and developing into senior roles. 

 Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the existing IM team through project delivery and leading technical input for small lighting projects

• Enhance Arup’s profile with key clients, including the Department for Transport (DfT), National Highways, international clients, and private-sector clients 

• Support and lead to ensure delivery of projects within agreed timescales and budgets, driving teams to deliver technical excellence

• Contribute to a wide range of projects and bids across business areas and within the wider Arup network, including international opportunities

• Ensure all designs and documentation meet the highest professional standards

• Keep up to date with industry and technical developments and changes 

• Perform a variety of design roles and technical consultancy

• Work with IM leadership to support the develop and implement a work winning plan to create a case for team growth in the UK region 

   

   

Requirements

• Minimum of HND or BSc in a STEM subject  

• Desirable ILP Diploma in External Lighting  

• Member of relevant professional institution(s) 

• Working towards Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status, support will be provided in gaining accreditation 

• Good working knowledge of BS 5489 and BS 7671 

• Experience with Lighting Reality and other lighting design packages 

• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD 

• Understanding of DMRB & MCHW suite of specifications and guidance notes 

   

   

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 Drina.Zupanovicgerard@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/recruitment-process/

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Closing Date: 13.09.2025