Graduate Building Systems Engineer (Available 2027)

Arup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup in New York is seeking a Graduate Building Systems Engineer to design IT, communications, and technology infrastructure for the built environment. You will work on structured cabling, LANs, wireless, voice, AV, security, PA, airport and transit systems, and develop project specifications.

The role emphasizes collaboration with other disciplines, learning through first-pass analyses, and QA. A bachelor's in EE/ Electronics/ CE/ Arch Eng is required; proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or Computer Engineering, or Architectural Engineering.
• Experience with: AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, or Project)
• Excellent communication skills are crucial for team-based working
• Keen interest in pursuing a career in the field of IT, communications, and technology infrastructure and systems design
• Detail oriented with excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment
• Must be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges
• Previous internship with relevant experience advantageous

Responsibilities

• Design of IT, communications, and technology infrastructure for the built environment including structured cabling systems, local area networks, wireless/radio systems, voice systems, audiovisual systems, security systems, public address and customer information systems, airport systems, transit systems
• Report writing, presentation preparations, and project specifications development
• Work on projects design drawings using AutoCAD and Revit
• Give structure to ideas — lots of “taking a first pass” at spreadsheets, reports and analyses for discussion later rather than instruction
• Work with people from other disciplines and/or vendors to gain knowledge on new subjects
• Attend meetings — listen, ask questions. Be involved in discussions with other disciplines and architects to gain knowledge & experience
• Quality control and quality assurance

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Motivated

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or Computer Engineering, or Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

ReqID: NEW00026T

Graduate Building Systems Engineer

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently — it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The ITC team is made up of Information Technology and Communications Systems Engineers – working in the built environment in the Information Technology workspace.

The opportunity

• Design of IT, communications, and technology infrastructure for the built environment including structured cabling systems, local area networks, wireless/radio systems, voice systems, audiovisual systems, security systems, public address and customer information systems, airport systems, transit systems
• Report writing, presentation preparations, and project specifications development
• Work on projects design drawings using AutoCAD and Revit
• Give structure to ideas — lots of “taking a first pass” at spreadsheets, reports and analyses for discussion later rather than instruction
• Work with people from other disciplines and/or vendors to gain knowledge on new subjects
• Attend meetings — listen, ask questions. Be involved in discussions with other disciplines and architects to gain knowledge & experience
• Quality control and quality assurance

Is this role right for you?

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or Computer Engineering, or Architectural Engineering
• Experience with: AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, or Project)
• Excellent communication skills are crucial for team-based working
• Keen interest in pursuing a career in the field of IT, communications, and technology infrastructure and systems design
• Detail oriented with excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environmentMust be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges
• Previous internship with relevant experience advantageous

Preferred

• Experience with Revit
• Working towards EIT/ FE Certification
• History of technical presentations and writing, knowledge sharing with peers
• Academic research or testing with relevant focus
• Proven ability to perform in a deadline situation
• Evidence of teamwork and leadership such as professional accomplishment or honor society
• Master’s Degree in relevant field of Electrical or Architectural Engineering

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

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

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our members.

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

New York Hiring Range – The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $79,500 to $86,500 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 New York 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

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact your recruiter to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your interview process, and or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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