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Graduate - Building Services - Electrical Engineer - Glasgow

Arup
Competitive
GlasgowEdinburgh

Expected closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Design power distribution, lighting, fire detection, earthing and lightning protection systems.
  • Requires a Master's or strong Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including profit share and private medical insurance.
  • Application deadline: 12 November 2026. Early application recommended.
  • Role starts on 1 September 2027.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting Graduate Electrical Engineers to join 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

  • 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

Qualifications and Attributes

  • Master's degree in Electrical, Architectural, Mechatronics/Robotics, General or Building Services Engineering, or Engineering Science is preferred, however a strong Bachelor's 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.
  • Strong working knowledge of Office and ability to learn new software within a 3D design and digital automation environment. Proficiency in Excel, Word and basic knowledge of building services.
  • Enthusiasm for a career in building design, underpinned by knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering.
  • Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines.
  • Creative and inquisitive approach to problem solving, seeking to improve existing ways of working by finding efficiencies in processes.

Application Requirements

  • Full working rights in the country of application.
  • 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

  • Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
  • Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
  • Growth seekers: A growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
  • Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on any challenge.

What We Offer

  • An attractive total reward package.
  • Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
  • A career in which you can belong, grow and thrive.
  • Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
  • A wide range of learning opportunities.
  • Possibilities to have an impact through your work.
  • Profit Share.
  • Flexible working approach.
  • Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover.
  • Access to flexible benefits.

Application Process

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage.

Start Date

1 September 2027

Closing Date

12 November 2026

Early application is recommended as this role may close ahead of the advertised closing date in the event of high applicant volume.