Senior Electrical Engineer

ReqID: HOU0000EN

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team. This role can be based in our Houston, Dallas or Austin office.

At Arup we use the latest design technologies and analytic methods to deliver projects which make a real impact. Sustainability, carbon reduction, and resilience are at the core of what we do. We are looking for a skilled Electrical Engineer who is looking to provide designs for a wide range of projects focused on healthcare and mission critical work.

The Opportunity

• Design/Lead medium to large-scale complex projects (focused on healthcare and mission critical projects primarily, but also open to commercial, healthcare, aviation, higher-education, and laboratories).

• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with outstanding multi-disciplinary teams maximizing our experience at the local, regional, and global levels.

• Work directly with our clients and manage key relationships.

• Design electrical systems for healthcare building projects, including power systems, lighting, and fire alarm.

• Design and perform calculations for lighting systems and associated controls.

• Prepare and review drawings and specifications.

• Review RFI’s and submittals from site and carry out construction administration work.

• Coordinate with multiple disciplines.

• Work with project managers to deliver quality work within commercial metrics.

• Produce drawings, specifications and reports for internal and external purposes.

• Present technical material for review by technical and non-technical audiences.

• Understand trends and standard methodologies in electrical engineering.

• Participate in local industry Professional Associations.

• Connect solutions/ideas to bigger picture project goals.

• Deliver timely feedback and recognition to others.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering

• 8 or more years of experience designing electrical systems for buildings

• Ability to prioritize effectively and balance assigned work. Exceptional organization skills are required for our constantly evolving environment.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for team-based working

• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels

• Experience with 3D BIM software - Revit MEP

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with design and analysis of renewable and distributed energy systems.

• Professional Engineering License in Texas

• LEED Accreditation

• Experience with power system modeling using SKM or similar software

• Project management experience

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

Hiring Range – Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Houston is $130,000 to $ 155,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Houston will differ.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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