Associate Energy Engineer London, England
Job description
Why Arup?
Reducing carbon dioxide emissions to mitigate the risk of catastrophic climate change is one of the most important challenges facing humanity today. Arup’s technical, engineering and operational consultants are helping to shape next generation energy. We are helping clients across the global energy industry to shift to low carbon and renewable sources while meeting increasing global demand. Whether it’s investment or transaction advice, energy system integration, or the detailed design of energy infrastructure, we help clients to chart a sustainable path forward.
A career in Energy at Arup offers you the chance to make a positive difference in the world. Independently owned and independently minded, we attract a diverse mix of people to work on ground-breaking energy projects and consultancy assignments that lead the way in decarbonising the energy system and reducing the energy demand, across a wide range of skills areas, grades and office locations.
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The Opportunity
Within this context, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a chartered Associate Energy Engineer within our Property, Science and Industry practice. Leading a team of like-minded Energy Engineers from diverse backgrounds to assist our blue chip clients with their transmission to net zero carbon within their buildings and manufacturing processes. The role involves leading and assisting with the design of energy generation and distribution systems through all stages of a project from energy strategy and feasibility through to site completion, including a selection of prime movers, plant sizing etc. Starting with the Energy Strategy for a site will give you the opportunity to provide our client with a clear route to net zero carbon. You would work with medium to large scale energy systems, such as steam or hot water boilers, heat distribution networks, controls, plant rooms, thermal storage & fuel storage etc. and integrate energy generation into building developments.
Is this role right for you?
You will be responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams in Energy Engineering projects and leading the interface with the client, project team and other stakeholders. You will be surveying and evaluating existing buildings and energy systems and assisting with the production of drawings and specifications, including leading the comfort and thermal analysis of buildings and spaces. As an. Associate Energy Engineer you will also be responsible for producing high quality winning proposals to assist in winning work for the team. You will also assist with the design and delivery of on-site electricity generation and distribution systems, including a selection of prime movers and plant sizing.
- Be Degree qualified in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Energy Engineering, ideally to Masters level;
- Have experience in leading and assisting with the design of energy generation and distribution systems through all stages of a project from energy strategy and feasibility through to site completion;
- Have a proven understanding of: building integrated and utility scale renewables; building energy performance and efficiency standards; regulatory drivers of energy and carbon efficiency;
- Be familiar with and capable to undertake design of energy centres, distribution systems including hot water, steam and chilled water;
- Have knowledge of IES and/or TAS energy modelling.
Not ready to apply just yet or have some questions? Contact Iwona Walczak at [email protected]
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Closing Date: 8th of September 2023
Rewards and Benefits
We care about you and want you to perform at your best, which is why we offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in our sector.
As a member organisation, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance).
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different people, shared values
At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.
At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. Our internal employee networks - BAME, Culture, Disability, LGBTQ+ and Women - provide a space for you to express your views and to make a positive difference - discover more about life at Arup here.
At Arup, we are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please speak to our recruitment team and we will work with you to make reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout your application.
At Arup, we appreciate that everyone’s circumstances are different and having the freedom to flex the way we work is essential to our wellbeing. If flexibility matters to you let us know when you apply, and we will discuss how this could work in your role.
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