Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead - Central Plants & District Energy

About the role

The West + LATAM Healthcare team at Arup is seeking an Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead - Central Plants & District Energy to join our multi-disciplinary team on the West Coast. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions for clients across various markets.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Mechanical Lead to lead District Energy and Central Plant projects across multiple markets.
• Cook with multiple disciplines and work in conjunction with project managers to deliver comprehensive and coordinated design deliverables.
• Ensure quality standards, commercial metrics, and client relations for projects.
• Participate as a key team member in building relationships with target clients, identifying opportunities, positioning, developing proposals, and participating in interviews, particularly for projects focused on central plant & district energy decarbonization.
• Maintain strong client relations as it pertains to project delivery and repeat business.
• Coordinate and represent project teams with clients.
• Represent Arup as a whole and communicate with clients regarding project goals and financials.

Requirements

• Comprehensive understanding of design of mechanical systems, especially heating & cooling central plants and large scale hydronic distribution networks.
• Experience with steam systems a plus.
• Working in collaboration with different stakeholders and code officials to deliver integrated projects through construction.
• Leading teams to prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports and presentation materials and incorporate sustainable design methods in buildings.
• Assisting, supervising or mentoring team members and delivering timely feedback and recognition to others.
• Create an environment of inclusivity that inspires the growth and career development of junior and senior team members.
• Participating in local Professional Associations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering.
• Professional Engineering License in US required.
• 12+ years professional experience designing building HVAC systems, including significant experience designing central plant & hydronic system components, including distributed hydronic networks.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards.
• Track-record of work winning along with proven expertise in building and managing successful relationships with clients.
• Experienced, dynamic, and engaging leader, who has a strong track record of leading and managing teams.
• Provides an aspirational role model to those developing their career.
• Ability to facilitate connections between external stakeholders and internal disciplines.

Skills

• LEED Accreditation or WELL Certification.
• Engineering analysis and energy modeling experience including whole building energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modeling.

Benefits

At Arup, we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that supports health and wellness, learning opportunities, and the ability to have an impact through the work we do. Benefits include a career in which all members can belong, grow, and thrive, through a global profit share scheme, flexible working options, and more. For candidates performing work outside of Los Angeles, the hiring range for this role is $147,050 - $189,700 per year. Please note that the benefits package is not included in the base salary.