Graduate Mechanical Engineer (Available 2026

ReqID: WAS
00007K

See it differently

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 to help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

• Design of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) services within the built environment, with an emphasis on sustainable design
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants to develop integrated solutions for complex buildings
• Perform engineering analysis and modelling, including whole building load calculations and energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modelling
• Document system design in Revit MEP
• Communicate technical ideas to a broad range of audiences using various formats, including presentations and workshops
• Write reports documenting calculation methods and results, design assumptions, and other technical information
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment
• Influence with design on sustainable outcome for our clients to align with Arup sustainability commitment

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Architectural Engineering, or Building Sciences related degree
• Coursework in heat transfer and thermodynamics, fluid dynamics or HVAC design
• Developing interest in the built environment
• Proven leadership experience and time management skills
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way
• Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, creativity
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

• Master's Degree in Mechanical, Architectural Engineering, or Building Sciences related degree
• Passed Fundamentals of Engineering examination
• Membership in ASHRAE, USGBC, ASME
• Coursework in Energy/thermal modeling experience, Revit or 3D modeling experience and/or sustainability
• Advanced computational modeling (e.g., CFD)
• Computer programming languages (e.g., Dynamo, Python, Grasshopper)

• Recent and soon‑to‑be graduates:
  Whether you've just graduated or are graduating before the role starts, we want to hear from you if your degree is in a relevant field
• 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

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 recognizes 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.

Our graduate experience offers you:

• Purpose-driven work:
  Join an employee‑owned team…