Joining Arup
For over 80 years, Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have helped us shape a better world. We are a global collective of designers, engineers and experts working together to create a more sustainable future. We're looking for an Electrical Services Engineer (Grade 2) to join our growing Building Services team in Edinburgh. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to develop your technical skills while contributing to the design of innovative, sustainable and future-ready buildings.
You'll become part of a collaborative team of over 20 engineers and technicians in Edinburgh, supported by a wider North Region network of more than 100 building services professionals. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain hands-on exposure to projects across Scotland, the UK and internationally.
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The Opportunity
We're looking for an Electrical Services Engineer (Grade 2) to join our growing Building Services team in Edinburgh. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to develop your technical skills while contributing to the design of innovative, sustainable and future-ready buildings. You'll become part of a collaborative team of over 20 engineers and technicians in Edinburgh, supported by a wider North Region network of more than 100 building services professionals. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain hands-on exposure to projects across Scotland, the UK and internationally.
Why Join Our Edinburgh Team?
This is an opportunity to join a growing Edinburgh MEP team delivering a wide range of projects across Scotland, the UK and beyond. Our team works closely with colleagues across the North Region and Europe, providing access to a broad range of expertise, project experiences and development opportunities.
You'll work on projects across the commercial, residential, education, healthcare, science and industry, sport, heritage and mixed-use sectors, helping clients deliver high-quality, sustainable and future-ready buildings.
Roles and Responsibilities
As an Electrical Services Engineer, you'll support the delivery of electrical building services designs across a range of exciting projects and sectors, including:
- Commercial developmentsEducation and healthcare facilities
- Residential and mixed-use schemes
- Science and industry projects
- Heritage and sports facilities
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with electrical building services design and technical calculations.Supporting the development of drawings, models and specifications using industry-standard software and BIM tools.
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical engineers, structural engineers, architects and sustainability consultants.
- Contributing to the design of power, lighting and building services systems.Attending project meetings and supporting engagement with clients and stakeholders.
- Learning and applying sustainable and low-carbon design solutions.
- Supporting digital engineering initiatives, including BIM and data-driven design approaches.
We are committed to supporting the development of our people and providing opportunities to build rewarding careers. You will receive structured support towards Chartership through the IET, CIBSE or another relevant institution, together with access to technical training, mentoring and professional development opportunities. Whether your ambition is to develop as a technical specialist, project manager or future leader, Arup provides a clear pathway for progression supported by a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.
Is this role right for you?
We’re looking for people who:
- Hold, or are due to complete, a degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
- Have a genuine interest in building services and sustainable design.
- Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Are proactive, organised and eager to learn.
- Have an interest in digital engineering and BIM technologies.
- Are keen to work towards professional registration and long-term career development.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Aslam Hussain ([email protected]). Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
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 Aslam Hussain ([email protected]) 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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*** Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.***
