Graduate Plumbing Engineer (Available 2027)

About the Role

Arup is a global consultancy seeking a Graduate Plumbing Engineer to join their team and help design the future of the built environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design of Plumbing and Fire Protection systems within the built environment, with an emphasis on sustainable design.
• Support designing plumbing systems such as domestic water, sanitary/vent, and storm systems.
• Support designing fire protection systems: fire sprinkler and standpipe systems.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants to develop integrated solutions for complex buildings.
• Undertake and document engineering analysis work, including code research, load calculations, and equipment sizing.
• 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.
• Assist in construction administration activities such as site visits and submittal reviews.
• Influence design for sustainable outcomes, aligning with Arup's sustainability commitment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, architectural, civil, or environmental engineering.
• Coursework in fluid hydraulics/piping/fluid dynamics.
• Revit or 3D modeling experience preferred.
• Computer programming languages (e.g., Dynamo, Python, Grasshopper) preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and exceptional organization 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.
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels.
• EIT/ FE certification preferred.
• Membership in ASPE, ASSE, ASHRAE, NFPA, or SFPE preferred.
• Courses in sustainability or USGBC participation preferred.
• Internship experience in an engineering-related firm or evidence of extracurricular activity in the field preferred.
• Ability to perform in a paid work environment with intermittent supervision preferred.
• Past history of technical presentations and technical writing preferred.
• Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization.
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Core Attributes

• Passion for sustainable development.
• Innovative minds, critical thinkers who embrace new ideas.
• Growth mindset, always eager to learn.
• Adaptable and ready to take on challenges.