Technical Integrator, Primary Civil

Arup is a unique organization that is owned and run by its employees, which means that our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a people-centric organization, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our employees are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work, which fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. At Arup, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. As a result, we are able to attract and retain some of the brightest and most talented professionals in the industry.

Primary Focus:

The Technical Integrator – Primary / Civil is responsible for the effective technical integration of primary electrical plant and civil/structural design within substation projects. The role ensures that primary equipment layouts, foundations, structures, earthing, access, and constructability requirements are fully coordinated, technically compliant, and optimised across all design stages. Acting as the key interface between primary electrical, civil/structural, geotechnical, and construction disciplines, the role ensures design intent is translated into practical, safe, and buildable outcomes that meet client standards, regulatory obligations, and project scope.

The Opportunity:

• Accountable for the delivery of significant and complex activities or projects. This role will require the accurate prediction and planning for future resources;
• Represent Arup at internal and external meetings;
• Taking a longer-term strategic view of the business, this role contributes to the development plan of Arup;
• Executing management responsibilities as outlined in Arup’s Management System
• May be involved in setting budgets; as such this role would be responsible for negotiating agreements with customers and/or suppliers in order to achieve financial targets.

Is this role right for you?

• Qualifications & accreditation: Degree in Electrical (Power), Civil/Structural, or related discipline; CPEng (Engineers Australia) and/or relevant state registration (e.g. RPEV) strongly preferred, with demonstrated technical authority and design accountability.
• Substation integration experience: 10+ years delivering HV substation projects across concept, detailed design, and construction support, with deep experience integrating primary plant layouts with civil, structural, earthing, access, and constructability requirements.
• Technical leadership & compliance: Proven lead role in managing primary–civil interfaces, resolving spatial and constructability risks, and ensuring compliance with AS 2067, AS/NZS 3000, AS 1170, utility standards, and WHS-by-design obligations.
• Delivery & stakeholder capability: Strong capability coordinating multidisciplinary teams and engaging with clients, OEMs, reviewers, and contractors, reviewing and endorsing integrated deliverables, and managing design change to minimise cost, schedule, and rework risk.
• Strong technical integration capability, with the judgement and authority to manage complex primary electrical–civil/structural interfaces in HV substation projects, resolving spatial, constructability, and compliance challenges pragmatically and proactively.
  Advanced knowledge of Australian utility standards, WHS by design principles, and applicable codes, with the ability to interpret requirements, identify interface risks early, and apply sound engineering judgement to deliver compliant, buildable solutions.

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 eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia

• Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
• Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer. 
• Birthday leave
• Annual leave loading
• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
• International mobility opportunities
• Insurances (life & income protection)
• Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans  
• Novated car lease
• Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.
   

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 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
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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