Overview
Job Title – Building Services Engineer (Electrical)
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 buildings, transport infrastructure and energy, water and waste utilities. Our comprehensive services include energy audits, demand assessment, supply and system resilience, utilities consultancy and sustainable electrical engineering design.
Whether in commercial property, retail, sport, mission-critical facilities, the arts or any market, we meet the creative and commercial demands of designers and developers. We are trusted to bring inventive solutions to complex technical challenges for clients in the Midlands including: NHS, University of Warwick, University of Nottingham, Defra (Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs), Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and Rolls-Royce PLC.
Whatever the role or specialism, our people are passionate about what they do, they believe in our values and are happy to come to work every day. And this is why people choose to work here and stay.
The Opportunity
As an Electrical Building Services Engineer you will be a key part of the Building Services Engineering Team, working on multidisciplinary projects whilst being supported by graduate Electrical Services engineers and technicians. You will be part of a team of over 25 engineers and technicians in the Leeds office and a wider 100+ engineers and technicians within the North West & Yorkshire region.
Responsibilities
* Apply your engineering expertise to shape our projects.
* Work in an interdisciplinary environment and aim to design buildings that maximise value for our clients whilst minimising their environmental impact.
* Play an active role in all stages of our projects from feasibility through to completion across a number of sectors, including commercial, residential, education, energy, sport, health and mixed-use developments.
* Take an active role in pursuing development and training initiatives that drive innovation and enable the application of electrical engineering expertise across multiple sectors within building services.
* Play a part in the ever-increasing digital transformation of our business, seeking new ways to increase our efficiency through automation and to offer new services to our clients through our integrated digital approach to design.
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 to 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?
We’re looking for a candidate who:
* Is working towards Chartered status with CIBSE, IET, or a similar professional body. Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent preferred but not a prerequisite.
* Has proficiency in designing electrical systems such as lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, and data/communications systems.
* Is familiar with working within a BIM environment using Revit and electrical design tools (e.g., Amtech, Dialux, Relux).
* Demonstrates excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills, with a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary project teams.
* Is committed to professional development, including mentoring junior engineers and technicians, and passionate about sustainable building design and innovation.
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.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit our recruiting process page. Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for payment or your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Louise Raisbeck (Louise.Raisbeck@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.
Closing date
11th October 2025 - We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
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