Associate, Mechanical Engineer

Arup; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) plan with company match up to 0

Job summary

Arup is seeking an Associate, Mechanical Engineer to support its property and government portfolio in the West. The role can sit in Los Angeles or San Diego, and involves leading complex design projects, coordinating with disciplines, and driving sustainable building solutions.

The candidate should have 12+ years of HVAC design experience, a PE license or pathway to licensure within 1 year, and the ability to grow teams and win new work through proposals and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering is required.
• Minimum 12 years of experience designing building HVAC systems and leading project teams.
• Professional Engineering license is required or obtainable within 1 year of joining.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Project Manager to lead the overall design of complex projects.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and work with project managers to deliver integrated designs.
• Foster career development for junior and senior team members.
• Participate in business development activities including proposals and client pitches.
• Maintain strong client relations regarding project delivery and repeat business.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports, and presentations with sustainable design in buildings.

Skills

Project management

Multi-discipline coordination

Communication

Proposal development

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering

Job description

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We are seeking an experienced an Associate, Mechanical Engineer to support our growing property and government portfolio in the West geography. The candidate would work on various projects in the property and government markets, including entertainment and sports, as well as potentially supporting science or healthcare projects. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, project delivery experience, and a collaborative mindset aligned with Arup’s values.

*This role can sit in Los Angeles or San Diego*

The opportunity

• Act as a Project Manager to lead the overall design of complex projects.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and working in conjunction with project managers to deliver comprehensive and coordinated design deliverables.
• Create an environment of inclusivity that inspires the growth and career development of junior and senior team members.
• Participate in business development activities including attending conferences, responding to proposals, preparing bids, and attending client pitch meetings.
• Maintain strong client relations as it pertains to project delivery and repeat business.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports, and presentation materials and incorporate sustainable design methods in buildings.
• Present technical material in traditional and innovative ways for review by technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participate in local Professional Associations.

The skills

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering required.
• Minimum 12 years of professional experience designing building HVAC systems, including airside and hydronic system components, and experience leading project teams on medium to large scale projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based work.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment.
• Professional Engineering license is required or ability to obtain within 1 years of joining the firm.
• Experience with developing proposals and attending pitch meeting with clients to secure projects

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

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available
Los Angeles/San Diego Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles/San Diego is $147,050 to $200,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Los Angeles/San Diego will differ.

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.

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.