Arup

Senior Engineer

Join Arup in London as a Senior Engineer leading energy generation and distribution system design. Work on large-scale projects with heat pumps and thermal storage. Benefit from profit sharing, private medical insurance, and flexible wellbeing perks.
Arup
Arup
London, United Kingdom On-site Full time UTC+01:00

Arup

Company Overview

Arup Group Limited

London, United Kingdom

1946

Approximately 17,000 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of $1.9 billion in FY 2023 (source: managementconsulted.com).

What They Do

Arup specializes in a wide array of engineering and consulting services, with a strong focus on renewable energy solutions. Their core technology areas include onshore and offshore wind, solar, hydroelectric power, tidal technologies, and energy storage, among others. They provide comprehensive services such as design, engineering, operational support, feasibility studies, and regulatory advisory, ensuring that their clients can transition effectively to sustainable energy systems (source: arup.com). Arup's innovative approach challenges conventional methods, offering unique solutions like power purchase agreement (PPA) sourcing through platforms such as LevelTen Energy Marketplace, which connects clients to over 4,500 PPA offers across 25 countries (source: leveltenenergy.com). Their target markets include utilities, governments, and sectors focused on sustainability, making them a key player in the global energy transition landscape (source: cbinsights.com). By integrating engineering, architecture, and planning, Arup stands out in delivering complex projects that meet the evolving demands of the built environment.

Projects & Track Record

Arup has an impressive portfolio of notable projects that highlight their expertise in engineering and design. Among these is the iconic Sydney Opera House, for which they provided engineering services starting in 1957, culminating in its completion in 1973. Other significant projects include the HSBC Building in Hong Kong (1985), the Lloyd's Building in London (1986), and the innovative 30 St Mary Axe, known as The Gherkin, completed in 2004 (source: wikipedia.org). Currently, they are involved in the Sizewell C nuclear power station in the UK, which is a critical project for the country's energy future. Additionally, they are working on the Innovent Biologics Global R&D Center in China, set for completion in 2025, and various renewable energy initiatives across the globe, emphasizing their commitment to sustainable development (source: arup.com).

Recent Developments

In recent years, Arup has made significant strides in enhancing its sustainability initiatives. A key partnership was formed with LevelTen Energy on October 12, 2022, aimed at facilitating PPA transactions to support client sustainability goals across North America (source: leveltenenergy.com). Furthermore, Arup has committed to the World Green Building Council's Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment, with ongoing targets for 2023 that include achieving 100% renewable electricity and disclosing scope 1 and 2 emissions (source: worldgbc.org). Their focus on energy transition and sustainability continues to drive their project portfolio, with no major acquisitions reported recently, but ongoing work on significant renewable projects like Innovent Biologics and various awards recognizing their architectural excellence (source: wikipedia.org).

Working There

Arup offers a diverse range of roles across various disciplines, including engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services. They are particularly focused on renewable energy sectors, with opportunities in offshore and onshore wind, solar, and tidal energy (source: youtube.com). The company operates over 90 offices globally, with key locations in the UK, Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe, providing a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and creativity (source: wikipedia.org). Arup's culture is rooted in the principles established by its founder, Sir Ove Arup, emphasizing humane excellence and social purpose, which is reflected in their employee ownership model that benefits approximately 17,000 staff through profit-sharing (source: managementconsulted.com). This unique structure not only enhances job satisfaction but also encourages a commitment to sustainable development and innovation in complex projects.


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Job Description

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. Founded to be humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

Based in London, we have an exciting opportunity for a 'Principal / Senior Energy Engineer'. The role involves leading and assisting with the design of energy generation and distribution systems through all stages of a project from energy strategy and feasibility through to site completion. You would work with medium to large scale energy systems, such as heat pumps, steam or hot water boilers, heat distribution networks, controls, plant rooms, thermal storage & fuel storage etc. and integrate energy generation into building developments.

The Opportunity

You will make an impact in this role by: Leading multidisciplinary teams in Energy Engineering projects. Responsible for leading the interface with the client, project team and other stakeholders. Producing high quality proposals to assist in winning work for the team. Assisting with design and delivery of on-site electricity generation and distribution systems, including selection of heat pump technologies and plant sizing etc. Commercially evaluating different energy systems, leading and assisting with the production of drawings and specifications. Surveying and evaluating existing buildings and energy systems. 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 do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking to speak to people who:

Degree qualified (Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Energy Engineering) Chartered (or very close to achieving charted status) Engineer with experience in: Leading and assisting with the design of energy generation and distribution systems through all stages of a project from energy strategy and feasibility through to site completion, working in multi-disciplinary teams.

Who also:

  • Has a commercial awareness and an interest in economics as well as engineering.
  • Has a proven understanding of: building integrated and utility scale renewables; building energy performance and
  • efficiency standards; regulatory drivers of energy and carbon efficiency.
  • Is familiar with and capable to undertake design of energy centres, distribution systems including hot water, steam and chilled water

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 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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. 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 http://www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Aslam Hussain ([email protected]) 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.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.

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About the role

July 2, 2026

July 2, 2026

Full time

On-site

Company

Bioenergy, Energy Storage

Arup

arup.com

  •  London, United Kingdom

Chartered Engineer or close to achieving chartered status with relevant experience

UTC+01:00