Senior Mechanical Engineer

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally.

At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning.

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join.



Job description - the role



AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On Behalf of Arup, we are looking for a number of Senior Mechanical Engineers for a 12 months contract based in Cardiff.



Candidate Profile: Key accountabilities, skills & experience



Purpose of the role:



We are looking for Mechanical Building Services Engineers at all levels to join our growing teams and contribute to a wide variety of exciting, technically challenging & cutting-edge projects across sectors including Rail, Science & Industry, Education, Residential, Commercial, and Healthcare.



We would be interested in hearing from Building Services Engineers at all seniority levels who have experience in the following areas:



Multi-disciplinary projects across a variety of sectors - collaborate across engineering and architectural teams to design and integrate efficient, sustainable, and technically robust mechanical systems tailored to the unique demands of diverse sector



Data Centres & Mission Critical Projects - designing and delivering resilient HVAC, ventilation, and environmental control systems that ensure operational continuity, safety, and compliance with stringent performance and regulatory standards



Decarbonisation Strategies - developing strategies for both new and existing assets including life-cycle carbon and costing optioneering assessments, using and developing analytical tools and economic models to optimise asset energy, carbon and financial performance



Coding / Digital - leveraging software development and automation tools to enhance the design, simulation, and performance analysis of mechanical systems, enabling smarter, more efficient solutions across complex, multidisciplinary projects.



The skills you'll need:



Have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering. You will either be chartered, working towards chartership or be keen to work for a company who will support you through your chartership journey.

Have a demonstrable background in the field of mechanical building services design with knowledge and interest in sustainable building design in terms of both energy and carbon.

Are proficient in BIM environments, particularly using Revit, and have experience with dynamic thermal modelling (preferably IES).

Demonstrate strong Leadership & Strategic Leadership skills (Senior / Principal levels) to lead complex, multidisciplinary projects and manage project teams; provide technical oversight, quality assurance, and strategic direction and support business development, client engagement & innovation in sustainable and digital engineering.

Have commercial awareness and experience in predicting, planning and managing resource requirements to achieve financial targetsAbout the client



About the client

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup's internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from , and cross-cultural working to equity and + and - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our Sourcing Specialists.

AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements.

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