Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

Arup; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup in Southampton is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong interest in building services and sustainable design. You will contribute to mechanical design across a range of projects, supported by senior engineers as you build technical judgement and progress toward chartership.

You will join the Building Engineering team, collaborating with multidisciplinary peers across the UK and internationally. The role offers training, development opportunities and exposure to ambitious projects

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Working towards professional qualification through CIBSE, IMechE or similar.
• Interest in building services, energy efficiency and sustainable design.

Responsibilities

• Undertake mechanical calculations for heating, cooling, ventilation and water systems.
• Prepare design information, sketches, schedules, technical notes and reports.
• Contribute to energy and sustainability analyses using modelling outputs.
• Support Revit models, drawings, spatial coordination and other deliverables.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated design solutions.
• Attend design meetings and communicate progress, risks and needs clearly.
• Assist site activities and participate in design reviews and CPD.

Skills

Clear communication

Curiosity

Attention to detail

Professional development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Working toward chartership / professional qualification

Tools

Revit

IES

Hevacomp

Excel

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Arup has an exciting an opportunity for a developing Mechanical Engineer to build technical capability, contribute to sustainable building design and work as part of multidisciplinary project teams in Southampton. Arup is an independent, employee-owned collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally to shape a better world for 80 years. In Southampton you will join a supportive, collaborative environment with access to UK and international expertise, training and development, and projects where technical quality and positive impact matter.

Joining Arup

Arup has an exciting an opportunity for a developing Mechanical Engineer to build technical capability, contribute to sustainable building design and work as part of multidisciplinary project teams in Southampton. Arup is an independent, employee-owned collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally to shape a better world for 80 years. In Southampton you will join a supportive, collaborative environment with access to UK and international expertise, training and development, and projects where technical quality and positive impact matter.

The opportunity

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with a strong interest in building services, sustainable design and multidisciplinary collaboration. You will contribute to mechanical design across a range of projects, supported by experienced engineers as you build technical judgement, design skills and progress towards chartership. You will join our growing Building Engineering team in Southampton, working with colleagues across the South Coast, the UK and internationally on new build, retrofit and refurbishment projects. The team combines engineering, design and advisory expertise in a collaborative, technically ambitious culture.

Responsibilities

• Undertake mechanical calculations and analysis for heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic water and plant/distribution systems.


• Prepare design information, sketches, schedules, technical notes, reports and specifications with senior support.


• Contribute to thermal comfort, energy and sustainability analysis, using modelling outputs to inform design.


• Support Revit models, drawings, spatial coordination and other design deliverables.


• Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated, maintainable design solutions.


• Attend design meetings, record actions and communicate progress, risks and support needs clearly.


• Support site stage activities, including visits, inspections, queries and reviews, with guidance.


• Take part in design reviews, skills networks and CPD to develop technical knowledge and professional qualification.

We Are Looking To Speak To People Who

• We are looking for people developing their building services experience who are motivated to learn, contribute and grow in a supportive team.


• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.


• Working towards professional qualification through CIBSE, IMechE or another relevant body.


• Developing understanding of mechanical building services, including heating, cooling, ventilation and domestic water systems.


• Interest in sustainable design, energy efficiency, carbon reduction and operational performance.


• Ability to produce clear calculations, drawings, schedules and written outputs with support.


• Developing knowledge of relevant standards, regulations, CIBSE guidance and industry good practice. Familiarity with tools such as Revit, IES, Hevacomp, Excel or similar.


• Good communication, curiosity, attention to detail and commitment to professional development.

Desirable Skills And Knowledge

• Experience on new build, retrofit or refurbishment projects.


• Use of thermal modelling or building performance tools with senior support.


• Interest in low-carbon heating and cooling, natural ventilation, heat pumps, heat networks or retrofit decarbonisation.


• Basic understanding of BIM coordination and clash resolution.


• Placement, graduate, site or consultancy experience.

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each members 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 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.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Aslam Hussain ([e-mail]) 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.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.