Mechanical Engineer

Arup; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Travel allowance

Education sponsorship

Professional development support

Mobility opportunities

Profit sharing

Job summary

Arup in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop and deliver mechanical building services designs across diverse property projects. You will engage with clients and professionals, contribute to calculations, drawings and documentation, and oversee small project teams.

A recognised degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least four years of relevant experience are required. Join a collaborative, values-driven team within the Property group, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 4 years of mechanical building services design experience in an engineering consultancy.
• Demonstrated experience delivering mechanical design across property/building projects.
• Strong capability in mechanical building services design including HVAC systems.
• Membership of relevant professional bodies or progress towards eligibility.
• Knowledge of local and international codes/regulations.
• Effective communication and collaboration with clients, architects and engineers.
• Experience managing packages of work or small multidisciplinary teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertake hands-on concept and detailed mechanical design across property/building projects.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Perform project and team administration duties, including reports.
• Engage with clients, architects and professionals with minimal supervision.
• Support integrated building services solutions across project lifecycle.
• Manage small project teams and monitor progress and quality.
• Contribute to project delivery balancing technical quality, client requirements, program and commercial aspects.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Building services design

HVAC systems

Client collaboration

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

As a Mechanical Engineer in our Property team, you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to provide high-quality consulting services. This may include undertaking relevant modelling, analytical work and design within your business area. There will be a structured career plan and development program to support you in attaining the desired level of knowledge and skills.

The Opportunity

• Undertake hands-on concept and detailed Mechanical design across a diverse range of property and building projects, which may include commercial, residential, mixed-use, hospitality, institutional and other complex developments.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and other technical documentation.
• Undertake project and team administration duties, including producing project-related correspondence and reports.
• Work directly with clients, architects and other professionals with minimal supervision. Develop and maintain strong relationships with industry networks, clients, government agencies, sub-consultants and construction contractors relevant to the MEP team’s activities.
• Support the delivery of integrated building services solutions, working collaboratively with other engineering disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage small project teams, developing and administering appropriate project monitoring and control mechanisms while delivering quality work within the MEP team.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of projects by balancing technical quality, client requirements, programme and commercial considerations.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 4 years of mechanical building services design experience, ideally within an engineering consultancy.
• Demonstrated experience delivering mechanical design across a range of property or building projects.
• Strong technical capability in mechanical building services design, with experience across relevant systems such as HVAC and associated building services.
• Membership of relevant professional institutions/professional peer bodies, or significant progress towards eligibility for membership.
• Good working knowledge of relevant local and international legislation, regulations, codes of practice and guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with clients, architects, engineers and other project stakeholders.
• Experience managing packages of work and/or supporting the delivery of small multidisciplinary project teams would be advantageous.

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 eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Please see a list of Arup’s Malaysia benefits below:

• Paid maternity leave for 98 days
• Paid paternity leave for 7 working days
• Birthday leave
• Travel allowance
• Purchase Additional Leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
• International mobility opportunities
• Paid annual subscription to relevant professional association
• Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination fees
• Exam Leave (6 days)
• Master’s Degree Sponsorship Scheme
• Car allowance for Associates and above
• Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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. Arup provides an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please 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.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.