Industrial Placement - Building Services Electrical Engineer - London

This job is with ARUP, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.

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

Our Electrical Building Services Engineers apply their specialist skills to buildings projects across the globe. We offer our clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in, but not limited to, the following types of developments:

• commercial and residential developments
• tall buildings
• universities, colleges and schools
• hospitals and healthcare buildings
• laboratories and research facilities
• transport projects, including airports and rail stations
• sports facilities and stadia
• theatres and performance venues
• museums and art galleries
• large-scale industrial and manufacturing facilities
• data centres

The Opportunity

On this 10-12-month Internship you will be aligned to and working with Electrical Engineers joining our multi-disciplinary design teams across the UK. As well as an IET accredited training scheme to support you towards obtaining professional status, we offer excellent training and development opportunities to our colleagues. We pride ourselves on our extensive support network and our strength in numbers.

Responsibilities of this role will include, but are not limited to:

• Design power distribution, lighting, fire detection, earthing and lightning protection systems with respect to buildings projects
• Short circuit, overcurrent coordination and maximum demand studies
• Lighting photometric modelling
• Technical report writing
• Work in 3D using Revit MEP
• Development of reports and electrical calculations
• Working with Architects, Fire Engineers & other disciplines within Arup to develop designs
• Co-ordinating electrical building services systems as part of design meetings, site visits, presentations and workshops
• Allowing to witness commissioning & support with your designs
• Development of electrical building services that assist the building in functioning well
• Working on projects from concept, right through to construction

Growth and development opportunities:

• A Chartered Engineer as a Mentor who will guide you through the process and support with development
• Working across multiple sectors. In doing this you will gain a broad range of experience

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking candidates studying towards the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• Masters degree in Electrical, Architectural, General or Building Services Engineering, or Engineering Science is preferred, however a strong Bachelors degrees in these subjects will also be considered
• Studying, or have studied, an IET, CIBSE or Engineering Council accredited course
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Possess a strong working knowledge of Office and demonstrate an ability to learn new software within a working environment that utilises 3D design and digital automation
• Enthusiasm for a career in building design, underpinned through a knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering
• Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines
• Demonstrate a creative and inquisitive approach to problem solving and seek to improve existing ways of working, by finding efficiencies in processes
• The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes:

• 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

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

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 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.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates. We also provide for our permanent members 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.

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible. The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact UKEarlyCareersRecruitment@arup.com 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.

As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all our interview places to be allocated to candidates who have disclosed they are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role.