Graduate - Building Services - Electrical Engineer- Edinburgh

Arup; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IET accredited training

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary design teams across the UK. You will participate in an IET accredited training scheme supporting you toward professional status, while gaining exposure to diverse projects from healthcare to transport.

You will develop skills in power distribution, lighting, and building services using 3D design tools like Revit MEP, with strong support from our extensive training network.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical, Architectural, Mechatronics/Robotics or related field preferred.
• IET/CIBSE or Engineering Council accredited course desirable.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability required.
• Strong working knowledge of Office; ability to learn 3D design and digital automation tools.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word; knowledge of building services beneficial.
• Enthusiasm for building design and understanding of electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution, lighting, fire detection, earthing and lightning protection for buildings.
• Perform short circuit, overcurrent coordination and maximum demand studies.
• Lighting photometric modelling.
• Technical report writing and documentation.
• Work in 3D using Revit MEP.
• Develop reports and electrical calculations.
• Collaborate with Architects, Fire Engineers and other disciplines to develop designs.

Skills

Analytical ability

Problem-solving

Office software

3D design software

Electrical engineering knowledge

Planning & time management

Creative thinking

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

IET/CIBSE accredited course

Tools

Revit MEP

Job description

Graduate Electrical Engineer

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

Across Healthcare, Science & Industry, Commercial, and Transport, we support designers and developers in shaping solutions that unite creativity, functionality, and commercial value. We are trusted to bring inventive solutions to complex technical challenges for clients including NHS Trusts, National Grid, Advanced Manufacturing Facilities, Government Agencies and Local Universities,

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 idling sectors including higher education

We are currently recruiting Graduate Electrical Engineers to join our multi-disciplinary design teams across the UK. As well as an IET accredited training scheme to support you towards obtaining professional status,we offer excellent training and development opportunities to ourcolleagues. We pride ourselves on our extensive support network and our strength in numbers.

Responsibilities of this role will include, but are not limited to:

• Design power distribution, lighting, fire detection, earthing and lightning protection systems with respect to buildings projects
• Short circuit, overcurrent coordination and maximum demand studies
• Lighting photometric modelling
• Technical report writing,
• Work in 3D using Revit MEP
• Development of reports and electrical calculations
• Working with Architects, Fire Engineers & other disciplines within Arup to develop designs

https://www.arup.com/services/building-services-engineering/

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• Master's degree in Electrical, Architectural, Mechatronics/Robotics. General or Building Services Engineering, or Engineering Science is preferred, however a strong Bachelor's degrees in these subjects will also be considered
• Studying, or have studied, an IET, CIBSE or Engineering Council accredited course
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Possess a strong working knowledge of Office and demonstrate an ability to learn new software within a working environment that utilises 3D design and digital automation.
• Proficiency in excel, word and basic knowledge of building services
• Enthusiasm for a career in building design, underpinned through a knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering
• Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines
• Demonstrate a creative and inquisitive approach to problem solving and seek to improve existing ways of working, by finding efficiencies in processes

To Be Considered For a Graduate Opportunity, Your Application Must Include a Copy Of Your Academic Transcript And Meet The Following Criteria

• Full working rights in the country of application
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• 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 on 1 September 2027.

Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026

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

Eligibility

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.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

• competitive, fair and equitable pay
• career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive
• benefits that support health and wellbeing
• a wide range of learning opportunities
• many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do

Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.

• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Accident insurance and Income protection cover
• flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing
• freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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 an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please [e-mail] to let us know if you need anyassistanceor 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.

As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all ourinterviewplaces to beallocatedto candidates who havedisclosedthey are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role.

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