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We are currently seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to interpret ground conditions and understand their impact on design and construction.

Your responsibilities will involve:

• Geotechnical design and calculations

• Seismic risk analyses

• Seismic response analyses & design criteria

• Seismic safety evaluation

• Finite element analyses

• Static & dynamic slope stability evaluation

• Soil structural interaction analyses

• Liquefaction potential evaluation

Qualified professionals will have:

• Master’s of Engineering in Geotechnical Engineering with emphasis on seismic analyses required, Ph.D desireable

• 2-5 years relevant experience

• Sound knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals, soil and rock mechanics

• PE license preferred

• Good communication skills essential for team-based working

• Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment, and must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.]]> Wed, 16 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2436832-San-Francisco-Geotechnical-Tunneling
Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Use Revit MEP and AutoCAD MEP to create complex 3D building geometries.

• Use AutoCAD for 2D drawing creation.

• Work from Engineer’s markups and sketches under minimum supervision.

• Create and own the HVAC layout for projects in 3D.

• Responsible for supervision and delegation of work to other drafters on team.

• Use Navisworks to coordinate HVAC model with team members from other trades.

• Take responsibility for own work produced to a high standard.

• Ensure outputs meet the required standards and meet agreed deadlines.

Requirements:

• Working towards an Associate Degree in CAD technology, CAD drafting, solids modeling or related field

• Internship experience with a design firm

• Experience in the production of HVAC drawings.

• Proficient with either Revit MEP or AutoCAD MEP (both are desirable).

• Proficient with Auto CAD

• Experience in 3D design.

Ability and willingness to learn new programs as required by individual projects.

Qualities:

• Enthusiasm and willing to learn are key attributes to be demonstrated.

• Good communication skills are essential for team-based working.

• Strong command of oral and written English.

• Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment.

• Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.

• Able to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2423719-San-Francisco-Internship-Opportunities
Intern at Arup, a top-listed engineering firm in the Building Design & Construction Magazine’s “Best AEC Firms to Work For” . . . As an intern you’ll receive:

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Substantial Engineering Work Assignments

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A Training Plan for Accelerated Professional Growth

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Work Opportunities That Acknowledge Ability, Not Seat-Time

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Full Membership in a Global Network of Experts

As part of our global engineering and design firm, you’ll have the chance to work side by side with some of the most highly respected engineers and specialists in the world.

You’ll also get the opportunity to contribute to exciting and significant projects and deliver quality work that has a positive and lasting influence on the community and the environment.

Perhaps that’s why 90% of staff know that their own work has a positive impact on the success of the firm, why 70% of our projects are repeat business (often with world-class architects) and why Arup consistently remains in the Engineering News Record Rankings of the “Top 25 International Design Firms to Work For”

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We look for talented individuals who exhibit exceptional technical skill and also have personal characteristics that will help to propagate the long term Arup values of:

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Quality of Work

·

Holistic Approach

·

Humane Organization

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Straight and Honorable Dealings

·

Social Usefulness

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Reasonable Prosperity of Members

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will learn and apply the following:

Electrical load calculations

Assign circuitry for Power and Lighting devices

Report writing

Work on projects using 3D AutoCAD

Give structure to ideas – lots of “taking a first pass” at spreadsheets, reports and analyses for discussion later rather than instruction

Work with people from other disciplines and/or vendors to gain knowledge on new subjects

Attend meetings - listen, ask questions. Be involved in discussions with other disciplines and Architects to gain knowledge & experience.

Necessary:

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Working towards a Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Bachelor Degree in Architectural Engineering (BSAE)

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BSEE: coursework in electrical power systems design, control systems, electric machines

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BSEE: coursework in electrical power systems design, control systems, electric machines

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BSAE: coursework in building systems design and electrical power systems design

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BSAE: Demonstrated interest in the electrical engineering industry with an emphasis on the power side of the discipline

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Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Work and Excel

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Skills in planning and organizing

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Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way, both in person and in writing

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Attitude of taking independent initiative, exhibiting creative problem-solving, eagerness to learn, while remaining dedicated to teamwork

Preferred:

3.3 GPA or higher, working towards a Master’s Degree

EIT/ FE certification

BSEE: coursework in building systems design

BSAE: coursework focusing on specialties within the construction side of the electrical engineering industry

Internship experience in a consulting firm with emphasis on electrical design

Academic research or testing with relevant focus

Membership in IESNA, NFPA, IEEE

Demonstrated interest in sustainability as evidenced by extracurricular activities, etc

Academic research, coursework, or other experience with alternative energy systems and other technologies new to the construction industry

Experience with AutoCad, Revit MEP, Autodesk MEP, Microsoft Visio, PowerPoint, and Project

Proven ability to perform in a deadline situation

Past history of technical presentations and technical writing, knowledge sharing with peers

Evidence of teamwork and leadership such as professional accomplishment or honor society]]> Sun, 06 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2408190-Los-Angeles-Internship-Opportunities
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways — developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of over 10,000 creative minds.

Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

We are currently seeking a Marketing/Graphics Intern to provide general support to our busy marketing department in Los Angeles. The candidate will receive exposure and insight into how an engineering marketing department runs, as well as hands-on experience with a wide range of marketing activities.

These will include organizing our image library, updating marketing materials and supporting the team with other activities ranging from proposals and brochures to administrative tasks.

Qualities:

The successful candidate will be highly motivated and proactive with a desire to learn and take on new challenges. Must be proficient with Microsoft office, Power Point and Adobe Creative Suite.

Graphic skills are critical, thus advanced knowledge of Photoshop and InDesign are required. Good communication skills are essential for team-based working. Excellent planning and organization skills are a plus for our fast-paced environment.

Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of over 10,000 staff, with 160 employees in our Los Angeles Office.

Arup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.]]> Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2372989-Los-Angeles-Internship-Opportunities
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways —developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects.

Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

Our Los Angeles office is seeking a Senior Finance Manager.

This individual has four primarily responsibility to the organization.

This includes the following: prepare all financial presentations for the region’s board including standard reports for the CFO; coordinating and developing the region’s operating plan and financial performance of west coast operations including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Houston; responsible for supporting the activities including business case and enterprise process improvement development, process input, documentation and maintenance, and supporting the development and documentation of functional requirements; lead region’s cash management and treasury function.

Responsibilities include:

Regional Planning and Analysis

Lead the region’s budgeting process.

Responsible for the monthly forecasting process.

Key player in the rolling out the new budgeting business software.

Enhance monthly management reporting.

Assist and monitor firm’s investments and key initiatives.

Prepare presentations for Board, COO and Senior Financial Controller; various ad hoc analyses.

Research and

provide support in new business development initiatives.

Process Improvement

Develop business process case support for enterprise process improvement initiatives.

Work with Controllers group to prioritize initiatives and manage projects.

Provide input on continuous improvement opportunities and priorities.

Support in creating and documenting functional requirements for enhancements and projects.

Communicate policies and procedures and sharing of best practices across the region.

Conduct

financial training.

Cash Management & Regional Insurance

Collect and consolidate the weekly cash flow forecasts.

Coordinate and maintain a complete and accurate liquidity position.

Assist in cash flow forecast and projections.

Serve as main contact for certificate of insurance requests.

Support

annual insurance policy renewal.

West Coast Financial Support

Prepare and review monthly financial results with office leader.

Budget and review financial performance of projects within each office.

Prepare and review bi-annual operating plan.

Prepare year end forecast and staff resourcing on a monthly basis.

Monthly review of overhead expenditures including variance analysis.

Lead and

develop a team of 9 across multiple offices and at varying levels.

Requirements:

BS in finance or accounting. MBA or CPA preferred.

comprehensive knowledge of accounting and finance principles, concepts, and practices.

Extensive ERP knowledge.

7 + years work experience in financial reporting and planning preferred; strong analytical skills.

Previous staff management a must.

Demonstrated ability to improve processes and promote changes.

Demonstrated ability to persuasively present complex business issues and solutions clearly and concisely.

Ability to work with Senior Finance staff.

Superb partnering ability and communication skills.

Must

be willing to travel at least 20% of time.]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2305008-Los-Angeles-Finance
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world.

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways —developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

We are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to undertake electrical systems design, predominantly for building projects, including power systems, lighting, fire alarm and other signal systems.

Your responsibilities will involve:

Manage work and development of staff

Responsible for one or more areas of technology

Day to day financial management

Manage medium and large projects

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural Engineering or Electrical Engineering with a sound knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals as they relate to building systems

PE qualified.

Project management and supervisor experience

Good communication skills essential for team-based working

Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment

Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.]]> Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2271435-San-Francisco-Electrical
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world.

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways —developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of over 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

Our Los Angeles office is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer. Job responsibilities include but not limited to:

Circuiting of Lighting and Power plans.

Circuiting of all HVAC and miscellaneous equipment.

Preparation of load calculations.

Preparation and Documentation of T24 (energy compliance) forms.

Preparation of preliminary single line diagrams.

Preparation of preliminary Short circuit & Voltage drop calculations.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural/Engineering or Electrical Engineering

3-5 years of work experience in the building electrical engineering field

Proficient in AutoCAD and any experience with 3-D CAD, specially Revit MEP is a plus

Familiar with National Electrical code and California Energy standards

Qualities:

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Good communication skills essential for team-based working

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Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment

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Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges

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Ability to work with minimum supervision

Share your passion and experience in a global culture that believes your potential to achieve is endless. This is your opportunity to shine.

Arup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2192629-Los-Angeles-Electrical
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways —developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

Our Los Angeles office is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with experience in major highway, rail and other civil engineering projects. The hired candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers working on large and technically challenging projects.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Designing all components of a broad range of highways in both urban and rural environments.

Leading highway design teams on new and upgraded highway projects and on work associated with new rail projects.

Proactively engaging with clients and contractors to prepare high quality, technically efficient and cost effective project solutions.

Developing and maintaining good working relationships with clients and engineering partners.

Ensuring the technical, commercial and soft skills development of staff.

Preparing and reviewing high quality reports.

Qualified professionals will have:

Bachelors/Masters Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering with a sound knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals

CA PE required

15-20 years experience in the design of major highway projects.

Demonstrated ability to lead large projects and manage a team of engineers.

Credibility and stature as senior client-facing presentation and management skills.

Experience of Design Build Procurement.

Business development capabilities

Commercial/finance awareness

Sound industry networks amongst the potential client market and a significant reputation in a relevant area of expertise.

Understanding of Caltrans standards and procedures.

Share your passion and experience in a global culture that believes your potential to achieve is endless. This is your opportunity to shine.

Arup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2162086-Los-Angeles-Civil
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world.

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

We are seeking a Project / Design Manager to lead an engineering team in our Los Angeles office. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in the design and engineering of transportation (rail, road, transit) structures and will have considerable experience as lead designer on at least one large highway, bridge, transit or rail project.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Planning, executing and delivering the engineering for the project

Proactively engaging with clients and contractors to prepare high quality, technically efficient and cost effective solutions

Developing and maintaining good working relationships with clients and engineering partners.

Where appropriate, working closely with other engineering partners in the delivery of the project requirements

Ensuring the technical, commercial and soft skills development of staff

Supporting the Los Angeles office in the development of an infrastructure business

Qualified professionals will have:

Bachelors/Masters Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering with a sound knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals.

PE License, California required.

20 years experience in the design and construction of transportation structures.

10 years experience as lead designer for at least one transportation project with a construction value in excess of $250 million.

Demonstrable experience of leading large multidisciplinary design teams.

Ability to coordinate a large team from several firms and offices.

High level of self-motivation and ability to motivate others.

Ability to take initiative and make decisions.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience of a variety of construction procurement methods.

Sound understanding of commercial and financial issues.

Well developed industry networks among the potential client market.

Share your passion and experience in a global culture that believes your potential to achieve is endless. This is your opportunity to shine.

Arup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2162084-Los-Angeles-Transportation-Planning
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways —developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

We are seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer/ Planner to join our Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified applicant to work closely with the Transport Planning Sector Leader in LA. The hired candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of Engineers.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Managing a variety of planning, development and transportation infrastructure projects.

Managing a wide range of transportation projects, including: Multimodal Transportation Plans and Master Plans, Transportation & Land Use Studies, Transit Planning & Operations Analysis, Traffic Engineering analyses, Traffic and Pedestrian Simulation Modeling and Travel Demand Forecasting.

Serve as day-to-day client liaison for specific projects.

Prepare reports and other presentation materials and present findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.

Write reports and proposals.

Work under limited supervision.

Qualified professionals will have:

5-7 years of experience as a senior transport engineer/ planner with a relevant degree

Experience in planning for pedestrian, cycle, vehicular and transit (rail and bus) systems.

Experience in masterplanning projects.

A strong capability for spreadsheet-bases analyses is required along with experience with one or more of the following tools: Traffic capacity analysis, micro simulation and demand forecasting.

Excellent report writing and ability to meet deadlines

Good communication skills.

Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment.

Highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.

Share your passion and experience in a global culture that believes your potential to]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2156187-Los-Angeles-Transportation-Planning
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world.

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of over 10,000 creative minds.

Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

We are seeking a Rail Project Manager to lead an engineering team in our Los Angeles office.

The successful candidate will have experience in leading design teams on major rail and/or high speed rail projects in the US or internationally.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Planning, executing and delivering the engineering for the project

Proactively engaging with clients and contractors to prepare high quality, technically efficient and cost effective solutions

Developing and maintaining good working relationships with clients and engineering partners.

Where appropriate, working closely with other engineering partners in the delivery of the project requirements

Ensuring the technical, commercial and soft skills development of staff

Supporting the Los Angeles office in the development of an infrastructure business

Qualified professionals will have:

Bachelors/Masters Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering with a sound knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals;

PE License, California preferred

12 – 15+ years of relevant experience

Demonstrable experience of leading large multidisciplinary design teams

Ability to coordinate a large team from several firms and offices

Wide variety of experience of rail projects

High level of self-motivation and ability to motivate others

Ability to take initiative and make decisions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience of a variety of construction procurement methods

Sound understanding of commercial and financial issues

Well developed industry networks among the potential client market

Share your passion and experience in a global culture that believes your potential to achieve is endless. This is your opportunity to shine.

Arup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2127277-Los-Angeles-Civil
Responsibilities include the following:

• Working closely with Office, Regional and Global Businesses to enhance and implement business plans that expand Arup’s market

• Maintaining Arup’s high standards for technical excellence, client care, and the appropriate quality of our deliverables

• Staff resourcing and financial performance of projects managed within the Geotechnical Group and the geotechnical portion of projects for other Arup businesses

• Interfacing with internal and external clients and stakeholders

• Inspiring, motivating and training of team members

• Recruiting geotechnical staff at all levels in response to the business needs

• Develop business opportunities both for projects lead by the Geotechnical Group and for projects lead by other Arup businesses and practices

Requirements:

• Bachelors/Masters Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

• CA PE and CA GE

• Extensive design experience in the areas of geotechnical design for infrastructure and buildings.

• Experience of managing site investigations and laboratory testing.

• Ability to communicate and coordinate work within an integrated multidisciplinary team.

• Understanding of relevant construction techniques available both locally and internationally

• Working knowledge of numerical analysis tools

• Working knowledge of seismic analysis and codes

• High level of self-motivation and of the ability to motivate others

• Comfortable taking the initiative and make decisions

• Superb communication skills with internal and external clients

• Sound understanding of commercial and financial issues]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2099079-San-Francisco-Geotechnical-Tunneling
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world.

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways —developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

Graduate 3D-BIM Designer positions available in 2012

Start your career at Arup, a top-listed engineering firm in the Building Design & Construction Magazine’s “Best AEC Firms to Work For” . . . FROM THE START, a newly-graduated engineer receives:

• Substantial Engineering Work Assignments

• A Training Plan for Accelerated Professional Growth

• Work Opportunities That Acknowledge Ability, Not Seat-Time

• Full Membership in a Global Network of Experts

As part of our global engineering and design firm, you’ll have the chance to engage in a fulfilling career and work with some of the most highly respected engineers and specialists in the world. You’ll also get the opportunity to work on exciting and significant projects and deliver quality work that has a positive and lasting influence on the community and the environment. 

Perhaps that’s why 90% of staff know that their own work has a positive impact on the success of the firm, why 70% of our projects are repeat business (often with world-class architects) and why Arup consistently remains in the Engineering News Record Rankings of the “Top 25 International Design Firms to Work For”.

We look for talented individuals who exhibit exceptional technical skill and also have personal characteristics that will help to propagate the long term Arup values of:

• Quality of Work

• Holistic Approach

• Humane Organization

• Straight and Honorable Dealings

• Social Usefulness

• Reasonable Prosperity of Members

As a new Graduate 3D-BIM Designer, you will learn and apply the following:

• Introductory training to all the visual styles, discipline requirements and software

• Previous knowledge of 2D and 3D platforms, such as AutoCAD, Revit or Microstation will be consolidated upon, with skills assessments and on job training

• Detailed training and use of add-on software through on job use

• Multi-disciplinary coordination, how complete drawing packages are compiled (on the job)

• Learning about the CAD Skills Network (introduction course, on the job)

• Work closely with engineers and drafters to create drawing sets - documentation and archiving

• Work on drawings across disciplines to gain an appreciation of each role

Required:

• Associate Degree in CAD technology, CAD drafting, solids modeling, or related field

• AutoCAD skills

• Professional demeanor

• Detail and accuracy oriented

• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way

• Attitude of taking initiative, Enthusiasm, Eagerness to learn

Preferred:

• 3.3 GPA or higher, Bachelors Degree in related field

• Internship experience with a design firm

• AutoCad, Microstation, Revit, 3D modeling (Rhino, SketchUp, etc.)

• Evidence of past internship or extracurricular activity in the field

• Proven ability, interest and confidence to create complex geometry

• Past history of technical drawing or model building

• Evidence of personal investment in academic or extracurricular field

To understand why 93% of our staff say they are proud to work for Arup, one only needs to look at the talents and qualities that we seek out and then intentionally grow. Through a two-year skill-building period of on-the-job training in engineering analysis, supervised design of parts of real projects, responsibility for production of selected drawings and report content, in-house courses in multi-disciplinary design, and project site visits, the graduate engineer quickly becomes an essential part of the delivery team.

Share your passion and experience in a global culture that believes your potential to achieve is endless. This is your opportunity to shine.

Arup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2099101-San-Francisco-CAD
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world.

At Arup, our innovative spirit compels us to express our ingenuity in unique ways — developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable buildings, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of over 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs. We currently have a need for a Senior Blast Engineer.

Responsibilities:

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Undertake, deliver, and manage blast engineering (structural and façade) for buildings and/or infrastructure projects

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Collaborate with others within the firm on engineering projects, including structural engineering, earthquake engineering and risk related topics

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Client development and general business development efforts

Job Requirements:

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Minimum of a 4-year degree in engineering. An MS or PhD in engineering or science is desirable

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Structural Engineer (SE) or Professional Engineer (PE) qualification or equivalent

The following skills and experiences (or some combination thereof) are desirable:

Technical:

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Blast engineering (structural)

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Blast engineering (façade)

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Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

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Performance-based engineering

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Non-linear and dynamic analysis

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Risk assessment (e.g. TVRA,)

Management:

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Strong project management skills required

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7+ years of progressive experience in practice and/or research]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2099064-San-Francisco-Structural
Bring Your Vision to shape a better world.

At Arup, our innovative spirit and determination enables us to express our ingenuity in unique ways developing many of the world’s most innovative and sustainable building, transport and civil engineering projects. Arup is a global engineering and consulting firm of over 10,000 creative minds. Our integrated approach to engineering and design brings together the best professionals to meet our clients’ needs.

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer with significant healthcare experience to work on high profile projects primarily designed out of our Los Angeles office. The hired candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of engineers primarily to do the following:

You will be part of the management team and as such responsible for financial performance, client relations and team motivation and development. The position will report to the mechanical group core discipline leaders and into the Buildings Practice.

•Lead effort to deliver HVAC design for hospital, MOB, and laboratory work in the healthcare industry

•Procure healthcare work in conjunction with the senior management of the group.

•Build design group skills in the provision of sustainable designs based on most recent scientific evidence in the field related to environments that support improved health and patient outcomes.

•Oversee a team of junior engineers in design delivery.

•Be primary contact for discipline with architects.

•Provide general multidisciplinary coordination oversight including 3D delivery for healthcare projects

•Build, renew, and maintain relationships with healthcare owners for the purposes of obtaining repeat business.

•Be recognized in the field as an expert in all aspects of regulatory compliance related to design for disease control.

Requirements:

•Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a sound knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals.

•At least 12 years of experience in the HVAC industry with at least 500,000sf of hospital design experience in the past 6 years, with evidence of involvement in concept design through construction administration and commissioning of systems.

•Have project management, multidisciplinary coordination and supervisorial experience.

•Business development capabilities, commercial/financial awareness.

•PE required.

•Experience with OSHPD required.

•Evidence of public recognition of expertise preferred (articles, conference papers, ASHRAE committee membership, speaking engagements, etc)

•LEED AP+ preferred.

•ASHRAE Healthcare Facility Design Professional certification (HFDP) preferred.

•Cogeneration experience preferred

Qualities:

•Good communication and leadership skills essential for team based working.

•Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment.

•Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.

•Must be outgoing in terms of building and maintaining client relationships.

Submission Requirements:

•Please provide a resume describing work experience.

•Please provide a project list identifying owner, client, size of project, cost of project, your responsibility/role and the number of people in each discipline for which you had oversight.

•Please provide evidence of your industry engagement with regards to sharing and developing publically disseminated knowledge about appropriate design for HVAC for healthcare related projects

Share your passion and experience in a global culture that believes your potential to achieve is endless. This is your opportunity to shine.

Arup is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2099075-Los-Angeles-Mechanical