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Overview
The Building Performance & Systems team designs and optimises the performance and energy efficiency of buildings. This role focuses on controls design, combining mechanical, electrical, ICT/digital skills and problem solving to create efficient Building Management Systems (BMS) for a wide range of new buildings. The BMS acts as the control "brain" for building services, monitoring and controlling mechanical, electrical and public health (water) systems.
Responsibilities
* Design and deliver Building Management Systems (BMS) for new buildings, coordinating with mechanical, electrical and public health engineers.
* Analyse controls graphics and data to diagnose issues and propose performance improvements.
* Work on projects across multiple building sectors (commercial offices, residential, education, hospitals, laboratories, transport, data centres, museums and galleries, etc.).
* Collaborate with clients, contractors and facilities management staff; attend building sites to test and witness controls systems for new constructions and to investigate existing buildings.
Qualifications and Skills
* Master's level degree (or bachelor’s at 2:1 or above) in Engineering Science, Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering or Mechatronics
* Strong interest in the built environment and how buildings operate dynamically
* Interest in developing a range of skills including mechanical, electrical, public health, ICT, digital and human factors
* Aware of and interested in digital technology and the Internet of Things (IoT) in the built environment
* Excellent written English with ability to provide evidence/examples of own work if requested
* Strong numerical skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
* Creative problem solving and ability to work effectively both independently and in a team
* Organised with the ability to meet deadlines and take initiative
Candidate Attributes
* Changemakers: passion for sustainable development
* Innovative thinkers who embrace new ideas
* Growth-minded, eager to learn and explore new ways of working
* Adaptable and ready to take on challenges
Logistics and Eligibility
* Start date: September 2026
* Advert closing date: 15 November 2025; role may close earlier if applicant volume is high
* Location preferences: role based in the location stated, with potential other opportunities; indicate preferred Arup office locations on the application form
* Duplicate applications: only one application per recruitment cycle
* Eligibility: we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role; you must be eligible to work permanently in the UK without sponsorship
* Seniority level: Internship
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Design Services
We are an equal opportunity employer. This description reflects the role and its requirements but may be updated as the search progresses.
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