Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead - Central Plants & District Energy

Arup; Washington; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup is seeking an Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead for Central Plants & District Energy on the West Coast. You will lead district energy and central plant projects, coordinating with multiple disciplines and managing client relations to deliver integrated design solutions.

We require 12+ years in HVAC design, with central plant experience, a US PE license, and a passion for decarbonization and sustainable building design. Roles can be based in LA, SF, Oakland, San Diego, or Seattle.

Qualifications

• Significant experience designing central plants and hydronic networks.
• Experience with building HVAC systems and distributed hydronic networks.
• Strong leadership and team mentoring abilities.
• Proven track record in client engagements and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead District Energy and Central Plant projects across multiple markets.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and project managers for coordinated design deliverables.
• Maintain quality standards, manage project metrics and client relations.
• Develop proposals, participate in client interviews and expand opportunities.
• Mentor team members and foster inclusive growth.

Skills

Central plant design

District energy

HVAC systems

Leadership & mentoring

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering

Professional Engineering License (US)

Job description

Joining Arup

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.

Our West + LATAM Healthcare team is looking for an Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead - Central Plants & District Energy to join our multi-disciplinary team on the West Coast. Arup is known for designing innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients throughout the United States, and sometimes globally.

You will work on projects across markets including higher ed, healthcare, aviation, science, and beyond. Your projects will offer the ability to make a strong contribution to the community while delivering cutting edge systems that will meet challenges in decarbonization and sustainability. Our aim is transform clients to deliver a sustainable future while also meeting goals around resiliency.

This role can sit in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland, San Diego, or Seattle office.

The Opportunity

• Act as a Mechanical Lead to lead District Energy and Central Plant projects across multiple markets. Coordinate with multiple disciplines and work in conjunction with project managers to deliver comprehensive and coordinated design deliverables. Responsible for quality standards, commercial metrics, and client relations for projects.
• Participate as a key team member in building relationships with target clients, identifying opportunities, positioning, developing proposals and participating in interviews, particularly for projects focused on central plant & district energy decarbonization.
• Maintain strong client relations as it pertains to project delivery and repeat business. Coordinate and represent project teams with clients. Represent Arup as a whole and communicate with clients regarding project goals and financials.
• Comprehensive understanding of design of mechanical systems, especially heating & cooling central plants and large scale hydronic distribution networks. Experience with steam systems a plus.
• Working in collaboration with different stakeholders and code officials to deliver integrated projects through construction. Leading teams to prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports and presentation materials and incorporate sustainable design methods in buildings.
• Assisting, Supervising or mentoring team members and delivering timely feedback and recognition to others. Create an environment of inclusivity that inspires the growth and career development of junior and senior team members.
• Participating in local Professional Associations.

The skills

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering
• Professional Engineering License in US required
• 12+ years professional experience designing building HVAC systems, including significant experience designing central plant & hydronic system components, including distributed hydronic networks.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards
• Track-record of work winning along with proven expertise in building and managing successful relationships with clients.
• Experienced, dynamic, and engaging leader, who has a strong track record of leading and managing teams. Provides an aspirational role model to those developing their career
• Ability to facilitate connections between external stakeholders and internal disciplines

Preferred Skills:

• LEED Accreditation or WELL Certification
• Engineering analysis and energy modeling experience including whole building energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modeling

The Benefits - 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. Pro