Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Cork. 

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. 

 The Opportunity :

Our Energy Team delivers high value technical, design and advisory services across a diverse range of energy infrastructure projects and clients. With a strong portfolio of work with one of our key clients, we are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to assist with the design, management and delivery of energy infrastructure projects in the gas sector. In addition to the upgrade and maintenance of critical key infrastructure, our team are actively assisting with the decarbonisation of this infrastructure to ensure future resilience and long-term sustainability. We are also exploring alternative fuel technologies such as hydrogen to add to our work streams.

We are seeking a mechanical engineer (infrastructure) with several years relevant experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be looking to further his/her career and gain invaluable experience across a wide range of projects, within a friendly working environment. In particular, experience in carrying out mechanical infrastructure design, management and delivery of associated work packages, is desirable. Experience/interest in gas and hydrogen technologies is a distinct advantage. This is a permanent role in a really experienced team which offers the successful candidate excellent opportunities for continued learning, diversification of skills and career development.

 

As a Mechanical Engineer on the Energy Team at Arup, you will:

Understanding the appointed design scope, identifying the associated deliverables and the workflow required to complete them. Planning and ensuring completion of workload, its quality assurance, and its coordination with the rest of the design team (both internally and externally). Manage and work with others to produce design, drawings, reports and specification and guiding more junior colleagues in doing so. Developing and maintaining good relationships with clients, sub-consultants and construction contractors.

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about Energy in Ireland. And some essential skills and qualifications for this role would be :

Relevant third level Degree (Level 8 or higher) in Mechanical Engineering (or related). Several years post qualification experience, most of which will be in design gained within a consultancy environment. Membership of a professional body, actively working towards chartership. Have experience in the field of mechanical design with experience across a range of project scales. Experience in the field of gas infrastructure design and associated project delivery is desirable. Experience in relation to equipment sizing, pipeline routing, gas stations site layouts and locations, C&I services is highly desirable. Understanding of industry software packages including AutoCAD, Plant 3D and Revit. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills essential for team-based working, and for client relationship.

 

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

 

Benefits that work for you:

Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup. Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations. Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme. Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme.  Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

 

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. 

 

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?