Senior / Principal Public Health Engineer Job Title: Senior / Principal Public Health EngineerLocation: London Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. We are a growing and thriving team within Buildings London and have developed exceptional links with key London clients and architects. Our current group focus areas include healthcare, science, industrial and mission critical data centres. The diversity of workload and strength of client links has meant strong growth over the last year and a need for some new team members. The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a Chartered Senior Engineer to join our established Building Engineering team in London, working on technically challenging projects in the science and healthcare sectors across the UK and internationally. This role offers the chance to take a leading position within our Public Health & Plumbing team, contributing to the strategic direction and development of the discipline. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where innovation, technical excellence, and mentoring are at the heart of what we do. As a Senior / Principal Public Health Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering complex science and healthcare projects, providing technical leadership from early concept design through to construction and handover. You’ll be responsible for translating client requirements into clear, actionable strategies, making informed technical decisions, and ensuring high-quality outcomes across all stages of project delivery. In this role, you will lead the design and technical delivery of public health services on large-scale, multidisciplinary projects. Acting as the discipline lead, you will contribute to strategic discussions within the group and represent the team in client and architect engagements. You will also support the development of a high-performing engineering team by mentoring colleagues, identifying skill gaps, and contributing to recruitment efforts. Sharing knowledge, offering constructive feedback, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement will be central to your approach. Additionally, you’ll be involved in long‑term planning, resource forecasting, and enhancing the reputation of the Public Health & Plumbing team both internally and externally. Is this role right for you? We’re Looking For Candidates Who

Are Degree qualified in engineering or a related discipline, with Chartered Engineer status and extensive experience leading public health engineering on large-scale, complex science and healthcare projects. Demonstrate a strong understanding of science & healthcare specific public health systems, including but not limited to water treatment technologies, water quality management, and medical/laboratory gas systems, with a strong grasp of relevant legislation, codes, and design guidance. Have proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams, mentoring staff, and driving technical strategies and research initiatives, while ensuring high performance and project delivery excellence. Possess strong commercial awareness with experience managing project scope, programme constraints, and financial success, alongside the ability to prepare and present compelling bids to clients. Have excellent communication and report writing skills, with a collaborative and creative approach, enthusiasm for sustainable design and digital transformation (including BIM), and a commitment to implementing UN SDGs at project level.

What We Offer You At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs. 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. Not ready to apply yet? Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Louise Raisbeck ( Louise.Raisbeck@arup.com ). Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email. Application Process To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/ Stay safe online Arup will never ask for payment or your bank details as part of our recruitment process. Recruitment Agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. Closing Date 17th December 2025 – We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early. Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Architecture and Planning Construction

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