Graduate Building Services Mechanical Engineer (5692)

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The Opportunity

Our Mechanical Building Services Engineers apply their specialist skills to building projects across the globe and are influential at being able to drive reductions in carbon dioxide emissions and energy/water consumption to the benefit of our society. We offer our clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in, but not limited to, the following types of developments: commercial and residential developments, universities, healthcare buildings, laboratories and research facilities, transport projects, including airports and rail stations, sports facilities and stadia, hotels & leisure, theatres and performance venues, museums and art galleries, large‑scale industrial and manufacturing facilities and data centres. Right now we're looking for Graduate Mechanical Building Services Engineers to join our multi‑disciplinary design teams across the UK. From your first day, you'll join an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and encouraged to work towards a professional qualification.

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• Support the development of mechanical design concepts that encompass the latest design thinking on low energy and low carbon design, natural ventilation, sustainability and zero carbon
  
• Complete the design of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems
  
• Using software and digital tools to analysis and optimise solutions
  
• Use of 3D modelling packages (Revit) to develop system designs
  
• Undertake thermal and Building Regulation compliance modelling using proprietary software (IESVE or similar)
  
• Prepare mark‑ups and work with other design team members to progress holistic design of the project in question.
  
• Prepare and input to decarbonisation strategies for buildings with respect to both operational and embodied carbon
  
• Conduct site visits
  
• Prepare reports, presentations and site reports
  
• Carry out analysis of new technologies and how they can be incorporated into our projects to ensure a sustainable and robust design
  

Is this role right for you?

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• Master's degree in Mechanical, Architectural, or Building Services Engineering, however strong Bachelors degrees in these subjects will also be considered
  
• Studying, or have studied, an IMechE, CIBSE or Engineering Council accredited course
  

Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key. Innovative minds: We're looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo. Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working. Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2026.

15th November 2025. Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

While the role you applied for is based in the location specified in the job advert, we may have other opportunities that align with your profile. To help us assess this, please let us know which Arup office locations you would be interested in working in on your application form.

Please note, candidates are permitted to submit only one application per recruitment cycle. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and selecting the role and location(s) that best align with your skills and interests before applying.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.