Joining Arup
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
• Mechanical Design/Engineering: As a member of the Building Engineering team, you will be responsible for delivering mechanical design work across a range of assigned projects.
• You will collaborate closely with other disciplines, including electrical building services, structural engineering, and façade engineering. The Arup Japan Group is a multidisciplinary engineering consultancy providing design and advisory services in building services, renewable energy, and related fields. In addition to working with various disciplines within the Tokyo office, you will also collaborate with overseas offices across the Arup Group to deliver projects and develop services through an integrated, holistic approach.
• Reporting line: MEP Leader (one of the two teams)
• Number of team members: around 30 (combined total for both teams)Be willing to take on new challenges

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.

Is this role right for you?
Knowledge and experience in the following
• At least 3 years’ first-hand experience in mechanical design & engineering in Japan
• Native or equivalent in Japanese

Others
• Be willing to take on new challenges
• Team worker; Ability to work proactively with our overseas offices
• Be willing to communicate in English

Education / Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering discipline (e.g. architecture, electrical engineering, electronics, mechanical engineering)
• First-class architect, first-class equipment designer, building equipment technician, third-class electrician, or planning to become one

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 https://www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact recruitment.japan@arup.com 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
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Application documents
• CV (Japanese)
• CV (English)
• Portfolio
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