Graduate Tunnelling Ventilation Engineer

at  Arup

We’re looking for the following qualifications, attributes and skills:

• Master’s degree in Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, alternatively Physics or Applied Mathematics.
• Studying, or have studied, a course accredited by the Engineering Council or other accrediting body
• graduate membership of an appropriate professional institution such as the IMechE or be prepared to join a relevant professional body
• Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Good understanding of aerodynamics and thermodynamics, numerical analysis and simulation, such as CFD
• Some experience with coding languages such as MATLAB, Python, Powerbi or Visual Basics Excel
• Artificial intelligence to help with repetitive data processing Automation of data processing
• Enthusiasm for a career in building and infrastructure (station and tunnel) design, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of our sector and work
• Analytical thought process
• Presentation & communication skills
• Seek to improve existing ways of working, by finding efficiencies in processes
• The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactiv

A FUTURE WITH PURPOSE

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We solve the world’s most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible. We explore challenges with curiosity and creativity - using technology, imagination and rigour to deliver remarkable outcomes.
Right now we’re looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our team of bright professionals in Tunnel Ventilation. From your first day, you’ll join an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and encouraged to work towards a professional qualification.
The Opportunity
You will help us to deliver effective and professional services for a range of varied and high-profile clients. While you’ll have a great deal of responsibility from day one, we’ll give you the chance to take on more as you progress and broaden your skills. You will focus on mechanical design and analysis of tunnels and underground networks including; rapid transit systems, rail, automatic people movers, road tunnels, and cable tunnels. You will also have the opportunity to work on building services projects to gain exposure in all aspects of mechanical services. Our projects are often international, giving you the chance to work across other work cultures and countries.
The person is expected to have a good comprehension of aerodynamics and thermodynamics, numerical analysis and simulation, such as CFD. Experience of tunnel ventilation is not required. Knowledge of design projects would be beneficial. You may have the opportunity to be involved in other aspects of mechanical systems design for buildings, including ventilation systems, heating, piped services etc.
You will provide support to team members to deliver an effective and professional service to our clients. Due to the multi-disciplinary nature of our design teams, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experts in the following fields: Architecture, Electrical Engineers, Environmental Services Engineers, Fire Engineers, Acousticians, Tunnelling and Geotechnical Engineers, and Project Managers.

IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

We’re looking for the following qualifications, attributes and skills:

• Master’s degree in Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, alternatively Physics or Applied Mathematics.
• Studying, or have studied, a course accredited by the Engineering Council or other accrediting body
• graduate membership of an appropriate professional institution such as the IMechE or be prepared to join a relevant professional body
• Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Good understanding of aerodynamics and thermodynamics, numerical analysis and simulation, such as CFD
• Some experience with coding languages such as MATLAB, Python, Powerbi or Visual Basics Excel
• Artificial intelligence to help with repetitive data processing Automation of data processing
• Enthusiasm for a career in building and infrastructure (station and tunnel) design, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of our sector and work
• Analytical thought process
• Presentation & communication skills
• Seek to improve existing ways of working, by finding efficiencies in processes
• The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive

We’re looking for people who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we’d like to hear from you.
You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2025.