Expression of Interest MEPF Engineers

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.

Africa faces unprecedented population growth alongside increasing urbanisation and climate volatility. These pressures demand integrated, future-focused civil engineering solutions that balance technical rigour with environmental stewardship and social impact. In response, Arup are broadening our agile, digitally enabled Civil Engineering capability in South Africa, connected to Arup’s global expertise and grounded in local context.

We exist to shape a better world – and we do so by bringing together imagination, technical excellence, and a deep sense of responsibility to people and planet.

We are an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants, and technical specialists, working across every aspect of the built environment. In South Africa and across the African continent, civil engineering sits at the heart of society’s most urgent challenges – from resilient infrastructure and sustainable water systems to climate adaptation, urban growth, and social equity.

With offices in Cape Town (est.1965), Durban (est.1958) and Johannesburg (est.1954), you will work alongside established multidisciplinary teams with diverse industry knowledge, united by a shared commitment to people, excellence, influence, digital innovation, and sustainability. We are excited about the energy, perspectives, skills, and leadership you could bring.

The Opportunity

As our Building Services team continues to grow, we are looking to connect with talented engineering professionals who are motivated by technical excellence, innovation and sustainable design.

We are interested in connecting with professionals in the following disciplines:

• Mechanical Engineers
• Electrical Engineers
• Fire Protection Engineers
• Public Health Engineers
• Fire Life Saftely Engineers

Our teams deliver projects across a diverse range of sectors including healthcare, data centres, science and technology facilities, commercial developments, airports, hospitality, residential developments and other major infrastructure projects.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the design and delivery of high-quality engineering solutions from concept through to detailed design, construction and project completion. You will collaborate with clients, stakeholders and fellow engineering professionals to develop innovative solutions, contribute to sustainable and Net Zero Carbon design initiatives, and support the successful delivery of projects across a variety of sectors. Depending on your level of experience, you may also have opportunities to provide technical leadership, mentor junior team members and help shape the future direction of our projects and teams.

Whether you are looking to broaden your technical expertise, work on complex engineering challenges or contribute to projects that create a positive impact on communities and the environment, Arup offers the opportunity to develop your career within a collaborative and globally connected organisation.

Is This Role Right for You?

We would like to hear from professionals who have experience within the building services engineering environment and are passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

You Will Likely Have

• A qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience working within consulting engineering, construction or the built environment sector.
• Strong technical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A collaborative and solution-focused mindset.
• An interest in sustainability, innovation and digital engineering.

Desirable Experience

Experience within one or more of the following sectors would be advantageous:

• Data Centres
• Healthcare
• Science and Technology Facilities
• Commercial Buildings
• Airports and Transport Infrastructure
• Hospitality and Mixed-Use Developments
• Residential Developments

Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Carien Ferreira at ***email_hidden*** .

What We Offer You

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

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.

An environment that will give you freedom to design with a purpose, focus on your skills to deliver quality work to our clients, opportunity to learn and share knowledge openly. You will have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to improve the lives of the most vulnerable in the communities in which we live and work through Arup's community engagement programme.

Different People, Shared Values

At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.

At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), disability, neurotype or mental health, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, 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 www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Carien Ferreira at ***email_hidden*** to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit: https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.