Graduate Environmental and Building Physics Engineer (Available 2027)

Arup; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Flexible working

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Graduate Environmental and Building Physics Engineer to join our LA team in 2027. You will apply CFD, data analytics, and building science to optimize airflow, energy use, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort across diverse projects.

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will develop and interpret simulation models, contribute to client reports, and help advance our sustainable design capabilities while growing your own expertise in a global consultancy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Physics.
• Experience conducting CFD simulations related to airflow, occupant thermal comfort, building energy use, indoor and outdoor air quality, and environmental performance.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced engineering analysis to support design teams and clients across sectors.
• Develop and interpret simulation models using computational tools to inform design decisions.
• Contribute to reports and presentations with data-driven insights.

Skills

CFD simulations

Data analytics

Building science

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CFD software

Job description

Graduate Environmental and Building Physics Engineer (Available 2027)

Graduate Environmental and Building Physics Engineer

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 Opportunity

Provide advanced engineering analysis to support design teams and clients across a wide range of sectors, including aviation, healthcare, laboratories, data centers , higher education, commercial developments, and urban environments.

U se computational fluid dynamics, data analytics, and building science to

solve complex challenges related to airflow, thermal comfort, energy performance, air quality, climate resilience, and occupant experience.

Combine technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration to help deliver high-performing, sustainable, and resilient projects.

Is this role right for you?

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering , Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Physics.

Conduct CFD simulations related to airflow, occupant thermal comfort, building energy use, indoor and outdoor air quality, and environmental performance.

Develop and interpret simulation models using computational tools to inform design decisions and reduce project risk.

Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering challenges across a variety of project types and sectors.

Analyse and visualize data, communicate technical findings, and contribute to client reports and presentations.

Support research, tool development, and innovation initiatives that advance the team’s capabilities and improve project delivery.

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

• Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
• 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.

Advert Closing Date: 12th November 2026

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

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. 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.

Los Angeles Hiring Range – Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles is $76,500 to $83,500 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 Los Angeles will differ.

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, technical presentation, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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 .

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.

Arup acknowledges that our Los Angeles office is situated on the traditional territories of the Chumash, and Gabriele(i)no Tongva or Kizh.

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