Infrastructure Mechanical Engineer (Energy, Water & Resources) Industrial Placement 2027

Bright Network; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Learning opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Arup is offering a 10-12 month internship in mechanical engineering, focusing on water and wastewater projects and MEICA integration. You will work with experienced engineers from day one on real projects, learning through site visits, sessions with leadership, and collaborative problem solving.

The role supports expanding into energy-related areas and offers a structured development path with opportunities to connect with clients and pursue future graduate opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Interest in solving problems that affect the way we live.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver mechanical elements of water and wastewater treatment and pumping projects.
• Support frameworks and projects for clients such as Welsh Water, Wessex Water, United Utilities and Severn Trent.
• Work alongside Electrical and ICA engineers to deliver integrated MEICA solutions.
• Provide design leadership, technical assurance, equipment specification, multidisciplinary coordination and support to Design Managers and Project Managers.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The opportunity

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.

On this 10-12-month Internship you'll work alongside skilled professionals and from day one you will be working on real life meaningful projects - adding value to clients, while exploring challenges with curiosity and creativity. You'll learn from others and begin creating your professional network ready for when you graduate. There will be regular learning sessions with our leadership team, opportunities for site visits to local projects and all kinds of social events that will support your learning and development.

Our aim is to welcome as many students as possible back into our other programmes, be that another internship or potential graduate position. This placement is the stepping-stone to your future. Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. Founded to be humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

In this role you will:

• Design and deliver mechanical elements of water and wastewater treatment and pumping projects.
• Support frameworks and projects for clients such as Welsh Water, Wessex Water, United Utilities and Severn Trent.
• Work alongside Electrical and ICA (Instrumentation, Control and Automation) engineers to deliver integrated MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation) solutions.
• Provide design leadership, technical assurance, equipment specification, multidisciplinary coordination and support to Design Managers and Project Managers.

The team is looking to expand beyond its traditional water focus into energy-related work. Areas highlighted in team strategy documents include renewables, hydrogen, hydropower, heat networks, energy storage and decarbonisation projects.

• Assist with the design of water and wastewater treatment works.
• Support the design of pumping stations, pipework systems, reservoirs and flood defence assets.
• Carry out engineering calculations such as pump sizing, hydraulic assessments and equipment selection.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications and schedules.
• Support production of design documentation through concept, outline and detailed design stages.

Is this role right for you?

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

• Studying towards a Bachelors or Masters degree in relevant academic discipline, such as Mechanical Engineering.
• Interested in solving problems that affect the way we live.

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.

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

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 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.
• We also provide for our permanent members 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. 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. We will do everything we can to support you.

As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive