Key Takeaways
- Design Building Management Systems (BMS) for new constructions and optimise existing buildings.
- Requires an undergraduate degree in relevant engineering fields (Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services).
- Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026.
- This role does not offer visa sponsorship; applicants must have full working rights in the UK.
About the Role
This role involves designing the Building Management System (BMS), the 'brain' of a building, for new constructions. The BMS monitors and controls mechanical, electrical, and public health systems to ensure optimal building performance and energy efficiency.
You will collaborate with other Arup teams (mechanical, electrical, public health engineers) on diverse projects across various sectors, including commercial offices, residential, education, hospitals, laboratories, transport, and museums.
Controls design is a specialist discipline requiring skills in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, ICT/digital, and problem-solving. You will also work on optimising the performance and energy efficiency of existing buildings by analysing data and diagnosing issues.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Collaborating with engineering teams on building design projects to establish controls principles.
- Producing controls/BMS specifications and drawings.
- Working with contractors to review their design development.
- Attending site to check BMS installation and test functionality.
Is this role right for you?
We are looking for candidates with:
- An undergraduate/bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Mechatronics/Robotics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Building Services Engineering.
- A strong interest in the built environment and building operations.
- An interest in developing skills across mechanical, electrical, public health, ICT, digital, and human factors.
- Awareness of digital technology and the Internet of Things (IoT) in the built environment.
- Excellent written English skills.
- Strong numerical skills.
To be considered for this graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:
- Full working rights in the UK.
- No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
- Recent graduate or on track to graduate before employment starts.
We also value:
- A passion for sustainable development.
- Innovative thinking and the ability to challenge the status quo.
- A growth mindset and eagerness to learn.
- Adaptability and a proactive approach to challenges.
This opportunity starts on 1 September 2027.
Eligibility
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this role. You must have permanent eligibility to work in the UK.
What we offer you
- Competitive and fair pay.
- A career where you can belong, grow, and thrive.
- Benefits supporting health and wellbeing.
- A wide range of learning opportunities.
- Profit Share scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover.
- Access to flexible benefits for wellbeing.
Next Steps
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is recommended. The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, and interview.