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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Join Arup as a Graduate Electrical Engineer in Southampton.
- Design electrical systems for buildings, including power distribution and lighting.
- Requires a relevant Master's or strong Bachelor's degree and eligibility to work permanently in the UK.
- Start date: 1 September 2027. Closing date: 12 November 2026.
- Arup offers a competitive salary, professional development, and comprehensive benefits.
About the Role
This is an opportunity for a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join multi-disciplinary design teams within Arup's Property, Science and Industry division in Southampton.
What You'll Be Doing
Responsibilities include:
- Designing power distribution, lighting, fire detection, earthing, and lightning protection systems for building projects.
- Conducting short circuit, overcurrent coordination, and maximum demand studies.
- Performing lighting photometric modelling.
- Writing technical reports.
- Using Revit MEP for 3D design work.
- Developing reports and electrical calculations.
- Collaborating with Architects, Fire Engineers, and other Arup disciplines.
About You
We are looking for candidates with:
- A Master's degree in Electrical, Architectural, Mechatronics/Robotics, General or Building Services Engineering, or Engineering Science. Strong Bachelor's degrees in these subjects will also be considered.
- Studied or are studying an IET, CIBSE, or Engineering Council accredited course.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and the ability to learn new software, including 3D design and digital automation tools.
- Basic knowledge of building services.
- Enthusiasm for a career in building design, with a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles.
- An organised approach to work and meeting deadlines.
- A creative and inquisitive approach to problem-solving.
- Full working rights in the UK (visa sponsorship is not provided).
- No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
- Recently graduated or on track to graduate before employment starts.
What We Offer
- An IET accredited training scheme to support professional status.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- An extensive support network.
- Competitive, fair, and equitable pay.
- A career where you can belong, grow, and thrive.
- Benefits supporting health and wellbeing, including private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, and income protection cover.
- Access to flexible benefits.
- Profit Share scheme.
- Flexible working approach.
Key Dates
- Start Date: 1 September 2027
- Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026 (Early application is recommended as the role may close early due to high applicant volume).