Senior Mechanical Engineer (Healthcare)

Position Overview

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality thrives. Our West Coast healthcare team is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team anchored in San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Oakland. You will work on projects within the Healthcare industry and beyond – delivering innovative, sustainable, and decarbonization-focused mechanical systems that meet challenges in resiliency and critical care.

Location: San Francisco, Los Angeles, Oakland

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering designs and provide multi-disciplinary design leadership on projects, including the design of complete airside systems, heating and cooling hydronic plant systems, specialty exhaust systems, and steam systems.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders and code officials (e.g., HCAI) to deliver integrated projects through construction.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and work alongside project managers to deliver comprehensive and coordinated design deliverables.
• Assist, supervise, or mentor team members while providing timely feedback and recognition.
• Maintain strong client relations in regard to project delivery and repeat business.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports, and presentation materials, incorporating sustainable design methods in buildings.
• Present technical material in both traditional and innovative ways for review by technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participate in local Professional Associations.
• Ensure quality standards, monitor commercial metrics, and manage client relations for projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering.
• 8 or more years of professional experience designing and building HVAC systems – including airside and hydronic system components, with proven experience on hospital projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Familiarity with codes and standards such as CMC, OSHPD, IECC/ASHRAE 90.1, FGI/ASHRAE 170, LEED energy efficiency and indoor quality, and NFPA.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for effective team-based work.
• Excellent presentation skills with colleagues and clients at all levels, along with commercial and financial awareness.
• Exceptional organization skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License in the US.
• LEED Accreditation or WELL Certification.
• Experience in engineering analysis and energy modeling, including whole building energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modeling.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary: $129,100 - $146,700 per year (for San Francisco); range commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits program offering health and welfare security, paid time off, and participation in a global profit share scheme with bi-annual payouts, along with a 401(k) plan featuring up to a 10% company match.
• Flexible working arrangements including alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for part of the week.
• A total reward package that supports career growth, wellbeing, and a shared commitment to creating a better future.