Expression of Interest: Street Lighting Engineers (Engineer to Principal Engineer)

Arup; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Profit Share

Job summary

Arup is seeking Engineers, Senior Engineers, and Principal Engineers in Leeds to contribute to the Street Lighting Design discipline. You will deliver lighting design for highways and public spaces, enhancing safety and sustainability in transport. Applicants must have a relevant degree and experience in street lighting design, with proficiency in Lighting Reality and AutoCAD. Benefits include private medical insurance, life assurance, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a diverse and inclusive team where you can thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering street lighting design packages.
• Working knowledge of BS 5489, BS 7671, and DMRB/MCHW standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver street lighting and exterior electrical design services.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of safer lighting systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork skills

Proactive approach

Education

Degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Lighting Reality

AutoCAD

Job description

At Arup, we shape better journeys and safer environments through intelligent, connected, and sustainable infrastructure. For over 75 years, our purpose‑driven approach has helped communities move and live better. Our Intelligent Mobility (IM) team brings together specialists in technology, systems, and digital engineering to deliver smarter, safer, and more sustainable transport solutions.

Opportunity

We’re looking to receive expressions of interest for Engineers, Senior Engineers, and Principal Engineers to join our growing Street Lighting Design discipline within Arup’s Intelligent Mobility team.

You’ll help deliver lighting and exterior electrical design services across highways, inter‑urban networks, and public realm projects in the UK and internationally. You’ll contribute to the design, development, and delivery of street lighting systems that make roads and public spaces safer, more efficient, and more sustainable supporting the decarbonisation and modernisation of transport and urban environments.

Why Join Us

• Work on high‑impact projects for National Highways, local authorities, and international clients
• Collaborate across disciplines including Highways, Energy, and Digital
• Be part of a team driving innovation in smart control technologies
• Access opportunities to broaden your experience in Low Emission Mobility, Mobility Pricing, and Connected & Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs)
• Receive mentorship and contribute to strengthening our national lighting capability

Qualifications

• A degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent)
• Experience delivering street lighting design packages
• Working knowledge of BS 5489, BS 7671, and DMRB/MCHW standards
• Proficiency in Lighting Reality and AutoCAD
• Strong communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development

This role does not meet the criteria for visa sponsorship under the UK immigration system. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

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. 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, 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 United Nations 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.