Senior Mechanical Engineer

ARUP-5; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cardiff seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead multi-disciplinary design teams. The role involves managing project delivery and ensuring compliance with technical standards. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and diversity while making a positive impact on the built environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Accident Insurance

Income Protection

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in winning and delivering a range of projects.
• Strong awareness of sector-specific legislation and design guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the MEP team on various projects.
• Manage project delivery and oversee execution.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Skills

Sustainability

Education

BSc in Mechanical Engineering

BSc in HVAC Engineering

BSc in Building Services Engineering

Job description

Role – Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location – Cardiff / Bristol

Joining Arup

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The Opportunity

We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Senior Engineer with excellent design, technical, and sustainability skills who enjoys working collaboratively in multi–professional design teams, taking responsibility for projects from inception to completion to achieve outstanding results. You will demonstrate a solid background in Mechanical Engineering Systems for building services and a track record of multi–disciplinary design by integrating the best of Arup.
You will join our creative and friendly Building Engineering team, based in Cardiff or Bristol. Our team seeks to set new standards in the built environment, challenging orthodoxy and leading on digital innovation within the sector.
In this role, you will provide leadership to the MEP team on a portfolio of projects locally, nationally, and internationally. You will ensure the application of correct technical approaches and manage project delivery, including liaising with clients on fees and commercial matters, overseeing project execution, and managing teams to ensure efficient and successful project completion.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective that encourages individuality and values diverse perspectives and ideas.
This role offers the opportunity to do socially meaningful work that benefits your career, our members, clients, and communities.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for candidates who:

• Hold a BSc in Mechanical, HVAC, or Building Services Engineering or a related field.
• Have extensive experience in winning and delivering a range of projects.
• Can provide technical leadership to multi-disciplinary design teams, including external consultants.
• Have a strong awareness of sector-specific legislation, regulatory requirements, design guidance, and future trends.

Not ready to apply or have questions? Contact Louise Raisbeck. Please note, do not send your CV directly via email to ensure GDPR compliance.

What we offer you

At Arup, we focus on each member's success and growth. We offer a competitive total reward package, including fair pay, benefits supporting health and wellbeing, learning opportunities, and impactful work.
Our ownership structure allows personal responsibility and freedom to pursue meaningful projects, with profit sharing as part of our collective success.
Benefits include private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection, and flexible benefits to support your wellbeing.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

Arup is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and promoting an inclusive environment. We support various employee networks and are committed to accessible recruitment processes.
For assistance or adjustments during the application process, contact Louise Raisbeck.

Our Application Process

Please visit our website for details. Remember, Arup will never ask for payment or bank details during recruitment.
Recruitment agencies should use our Preferred Supplier List. No acknowledgment will be given to unsolicited CVs.
Closing date: June 8th, 2025.