Senior Mechanical Engineer; Healthcare

Joining Arup

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective that encourages individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from respecting, sharing, and connecting diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our multi‑disciplinary healthcare team anchored in San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Oakland.

• 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 stakeholders and code officials such as HCAi to deliver integrated projects through construction.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and project managers to deliver comprehensive, coordinated design deliverables.
• Assist, supervise, or mentor team members, providing timely feedback and recognition.
• Maintain strong client relations regarding project delivery and repeat business.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports, presentation materials, and incorporate sustainable design methods.
• Present technical material to traditional and innovative audiences.
• Participate in local professional associations.
• Assume responsibility for quality standards, commercial metrics, and client relations for projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering.
• 8 or more years of professional experience designing and building HVAC systems, including airside and hydronic components, and experience on hospital projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Familiarity with codes and standards such as CMC, OSHPD, IECC/ASHRAE 90.1, FGI/ASHRAE 170, LEED energy efficiency, indoor quality, and NFPA.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team‑based work.
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels and commercial/financial awareness.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and stay organized in a constantly evolving environment.

• 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 a comprehensive benefits program that supports health and wellbeing, learning opportunities, and a career that allows members to grow and thrive. Benefits include health and welfare security, paid time off, a profit‑share scheme, and a 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match. Flexible work arrangements and alternative schedules are available.

Base salary: $129,100 – $146,700 per year (comparable to experience, education, and skill level). Benefits are excluded from this range.

Arup is an equal‑opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse, inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including age, gender identity, marital status, disability, mental health, race, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and pregnancy or family leave status. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.