Electrical Engineer

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Our Electrical Engineers apply their specialist skills to infrastructure projects across the globe. We offer clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in:

• Water—water and wastewater treatment, pumping stations, reservoirs, water distribution;
• Energy—hydro, CHP, waste-to-energy, solar PV, hydrogen, wind, gas;
• Power—HV/LV transmission and distribution;
• Industrial—steam generation, chemical handling;
• Process—food and beverage processing.

Clients include water companies, energy generators, infrastructure owners, government agencies, process industries and renewable energy investors.

We’re looking for talented Electrical Engineers to join our growing team. Experience in Instrumentation and Controls is advantageous. Whether you’re an experienced leader ready to take on strategic responsibilities or a mid-level professional eager to develop, you’ll contribute to winning and delivering projects across the UK within the Energy, Water and Resources sectors.

You’ll collaborate closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, sustainable solutions, supporting project delivery to meet quality, timeline and budget expectations. The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects—renewable energy (wind, solar, hydro, and energy storage), water treatment and distribution, wastewater and industrial systems—where you’ll apply and expand your knowledge of electrical and control systems design, CDM regulations and relevant tools.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong background in electrical design, ideally within Energy, Water or Resources sectors
• Ability to produce and interpret detailed design documentation and drawings
• Experience with relevant design tools and software (e.g., Trimble and other industry-standard systems)
• Understanding of Electrical and/or Control Systems engineering, with specialist knowledge in at least one area
• For senior candidates: experience managing multidisciplinary projects and strong knowledge of CDM regulations
• For mid-level candidates: enthusiasm to learn and develop technical and leadership skills
• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline; professional registration (IEng/CEng) or working towards it is desirable

Requirements:

Successful candidate must hold an eligible UK driving licence. Holding or being eligible to gain security clearance is advantageous.

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 every member to our shared success. In addition to competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all 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 we do.

We provide private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance and income protection cover. You will also have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family and your individual needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background or family status. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas, which drives our excellence.