Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Arup; Durban; In loco; ZAR 300.000 - 460.000; Tempo pieno

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Arup South Africa seeks a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our Durban, Johannesburg or Cape Town offices. You will contribute to mechanical building projects, assist with design and delivery, and grow with a collaborative, values-driven team.

We value curiosity, proactivity and strong communication as you start your career in an internationally renowned engineering practice committed to sustainable development and meaningful client work.

Competenze

• A recently completed degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng/BSc/BTech) with Mechatronics as a possible specialization.
• Good planning, organisational and time management skills.
• Good communications skills (written and verbal).
• Highly motivated, keen to learn and willing to take on new challenges.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and be proactive.

Mansioni

• Contribute to the growth, development and service delivery of Mechanical buildings projects.
• Collaborate with team to deliver mechanical building design and construction solutions.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Planning & organisation

Proactive

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Formazione

BEng/BSc/BTech (Mechanical Engineering)

Mechatronics specialization

Strumenti

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

3D design software

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A Future with purpose

At Arup we're dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible. We explore challenges with curiosity and creativity - using technology, imagination, and rigour to deliver remarkable outcomes.

Watch this link and discover how Arup South Africa are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our team in our Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban office in South Africa.

This role will promote the further growth, development, and service delivery of Mechanical buildings projects.

Is this role right for you?

We're looking for people who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients - we'd like to hear from you.

• A recently completed BEng, BSc, or BTech in Mechanical Engineering or a specialized degree such as Mechatronics.
• Good planning, organisational and time management skills.
• Good communications skills (both written and verbal)
• Highly motivated, keen to learn and willing to take on new challenges
• The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive.
• Possess a working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit will be an advantage.
• Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and demonstrate an ability to learn new software within a working environment that utilises 3D design and digital automation.

You should be available to start this opportunity on 1 February 2027 or closest date hereto agreed with the firm.

You must hold valid permission to work and live in South Africa i.e., SA citizenship or Permanent Residency.

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.

As part of our total reward package, we also provide for our permanent members Private medical aid, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Retirement. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

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 [e-mail] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.