Senior Mechanical Engineer

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 to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Texas mechanical team is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team anchored in Houston. Arup is known for designing innovative and sustainable solutions. You will work on projects in various industries, delivering cutting‑edge systems that address decarbonization, sustainability, resiliency and critical care.

• Lead mechanical engineering designs and provide multi‑disciplinary design leadership on projects. Design mechanical systems including complete airside systems, heating and cooling hydronic plant systems, specialty exhaust systems, and steam systems.
• Work in collaboration with different stakeholders and code officials to deliver integrated projects through construction.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and work with project managers to deliver comprehensive and coordinated design deliverables.
• Assist, supervise or mentor team members and deliver timely feedback and recognition.
• Maintain strong client relations as it pertains to project delivery and repeat business.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports, and presentation materials and incorporate sustainable design methods.
• Present technical material in traditional and innovative ways for review by technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Participate in local Professional Associations.
• Maintain quality standards, commercial metrics, and client relations for projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering.
• 6+ years of professional experience designing and building HVAC systems, including airside and hydronic system components for medium to large scale buildings.
• Familiarity with codes and standards, specifically CMC, IECC/ASHRAE 90.1, LEED energy efficiency, indoor quality, NFPA.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Presentation skills with colleagues, design & construction teams.
• Experience delegating work to others; experience as discipline lead on small to medium‑size projects or on a significant portion of a large project. Experience managing design effort to meet a stated budget.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and have exceptional organization skills.

• Professional Engineering License in the US.
• LEED Accreditation or WELL Certification.
• Engineering analysis and energy modeling experience including whole building energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modeling.

We provide an attractive total reward package, including competitive pay, health and well‑being benefits, learning opportunities, and a global profit‑share scheme. Employees can participate in a 401(k) plan with a company match up to 10%.

Flexible arrangements are available, allowing alternative schedules and part‑time work outside the office.

Base salary hiring range in Houston: $114,000 to $136,000 per year. Benefits are not included in base. Salary may differ for work outside Houston.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.