Placement
Closes in 14 days
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 10-12 month Industrial Placement as an Electrical Building Services Engineer.
- Gain experience in designing electrical systems for diverse building projects and receive mentorship towards professional status.
- Must be studying towards a relevant Engineering Masters or strong Bachelors degree.
- Placement starts 1 September 2027, with applications closing 12 November 2026.
About the Role
This is a 10–12-month Industrial Placement where you will be aligned with and working alongside Electrical Engineers, joining multi-disciplinary design teams across the UK.
Responsibilities
- Design power distribution, lighting, fire detection, earthing and lightning protection systems for building projects.
- Conduct short circuit, overcurrent coordination, and maximum demand studies.
- Perform lighting photometric modelling.
- Write technical reports.
- Work in 3D using Revit MEP.
- Develop reports and electrical calculations.
- Collaborate with Architects, Fire Engineers, and other disciplines within Arup to develop designs.
- Coordinate electrical building services systems in design meetings, site visits, presentations, and workshops.
- Witness commissioning and support designs.
- Develop electrical building services that ensure buildings function effectively.
- Work on projects from concept through to construction.
Growth and Development
- Receive guidance from a Chartered Engineer mentor who will support your development.
- Gain a broad range of experience by working across multiple sectors.
- Benefit from an IET accredited training scheme to support you towards professional status.
Qualifications and Attributes
- Preferred: Masters degree in Electrical, Architectural, General or Building Services Engineering, or Engineering Science.
- Considered: Strong Bachelors degrees in the above subjects.
- 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.
- Enthusiasm for a career in building design, with knowledge of electrical engineering.
- Organised approach to planning work and meeting deadlines.
- Creative and inquisitive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work on your own initiative and be proactive.
Core Attributes
- Changemakers: Passion for sustainable development.
- Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas.
- Growth seekers: A growth mindset, eager to learn.
- Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on challenges.
Key Dates
- Start Date: 1 September 2027
- Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026