Graduate Engineer | Urban Development - New York or Los Angeles - Summer 2027

Buro Happold; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Annual discretionary bonus

Hybrid working

401k with company match

PTO 4 weeks + 10 holidays

Learning & development opportunities

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Buro Happold in the United States is seeking a Graduate Urban Development Engineer who will contribute to innovative, sustainable solutions across energy, water, and urban design. Based in Los Angeles or New York, you’ll work on design support, carbon analysis, and multidisciplinary collaboration to shape resilient cities.

You will develop client deliverables, dashboards, and performance models, collaborate with engineers, planners, and sustainability consultants, and grow professionally through

Qualifications

• On track to complete a relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science, urban planning, civil/energy engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated interest in sustainable infrastructure and built environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience with design and analysis software (Revit, Rhino, GIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct energy, carbon, water, and/or waste analyses to identify opportunities for reducing environmental impact and resource use.
• Support sustainability, resilience, and climate action projects with strategic plans for clients.
• Prepare client deliverables including presentations, reports, and data visualizations.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and sustainability consultants to deliver innovative solutions.

Skills

Sustainable development

Built environment interest

Revit

Rhino

GIS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Adobe Creative Suite

Internship/Co-op experience

Communication skills

Independent & team work

Problem-solving

Hiring openness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science

Urban Planning

Policy

Civil Engineering

Energy Engineering

Transportation Planning

Tools

Revit

Rhino

GIS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Buro Happold is seeking a motivated and collaborative Graduate Urban Development Engineer to join our team and contribute to innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

This role can be based in Los Angeles or New York. Our team has worked with some of the world’s most innovative clients on many high-profile projects that seek to achieve meaningful outcomes for climate and people. As an Urban Development Graduate Engineer you will be technically and creatively challenged on projects that include design support and innovation, high-performance strategies, materials research, energy, carbon, water and waste analysis and modeling and more. From helping shape cities, to adapting infrastructure to deal with climate emergencies, a career at Buro Happold presents the chance to make a difference.

Buro Happold is focused on shaping the cities and built environment of the future. From visioning to implementation, we work alongside our clients to develop tailor‑made and highly effective solutions, providing expertise in policy design, sustainability and resilience, infrastructure, land use, governance, and operations. We take an interdisciplinary approach to each project, using data analytics, evidence‑based planning, and stakeholder engagement to bring new ideas, critical thinking, leadership, facilitation skills and an understanding of what it takes for cities today to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

About

Learn more about Urban Development at Buro Happold. Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional. From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career‑defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

Join us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything – from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations.

Your key duties

• Conduct energy, carbon, water, and/or waste analyses to identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact and resource consumption, and to evaluate and measure outcomes
• Contribute to sustainability, resilience, climate action, and climate adaptation projects, supporting the development of strategic plans for clients across a range of sectors
• Prepare client deliverables including presentations, technical memoranda, reports, graphics, maps, and data visualizations
• Evaluate site‑level sustainability strategies related to utilities, stormwater management, civil infrastructure, and/or multi‑modal mobility systems
• Assess the feasibility of renewable energy systems and/or mobility solutions, research emerging technologies, and identify applicable funding and incentive opportunities
• Develop client‑facing communication materials and dashboards that effectively convey technical findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, planners, and sustainability consultants in an interdisciplinary environment to deliver innovative and impactful solutions

Your Skills And Experience

The successful candidate will be on track to complete a bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, urban planning or policy, civil engineering, energy engineering, transportation planning, or a related field. The following skills and experiences are desirable:

• A passion for sustainable development and creating positive environmental and social impact
• Demonstrated interest in the built environment and sustainable infrastructure
• Experience using tools such as Revit, Rhino, GIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design and analysis software
• Graphic design skills and experience with Adobe Creative Suite are preferred
• Previous internship, co‑op, research, or relevant project experience in sustainability, planning, engineering, or a related field is advantageous
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to a variety of audiences
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and a willingness to learn and develop professionally
• We encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not align perfectly with every qualification listed

What we offer

• Salary range of $80,000 to $83,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience
• Generous benefits package
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous PTO (4 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays
• 401k with company match
• Hybrid working & summer hours
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
• Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
• Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
• Connect with colleagues and build your network through our Employee Resource Groups, including the Young Employees Forum, Diversity & Inclusion Forum, Women's Network, Wellness Committee, and Black at Buro Happold

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you.