Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Arup, a global structural engineering consultancy, is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its Istanbul office and contribute to its Mechanical Team on local and international projects. The role involves building services mechanical design across a wide range of building types, working with high-profile architects on prestigious projects in Turkey and overseas.

Key responsibilities

• Take part in building services mechanical design, including HVAC, public health and firefighting systems
• Design MEP systems for a wide range of building types and project requirements
• Prepare design reports, technical notes and other project documentation
• Work with several high-profile architects on projects in Turkey and abroad
• Prepare building services design documents within agreed timelines and to the highest quality standards

Required profile

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a reputable university
• Minimum 10 years of experience in HVAC design, building energy modelling and sustainable building design
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken
• Experience designing in accordance with local and major international codes and standards
• Strong understanding of fundamental engineering principles and willingness to adapt to different project types

Required skills

• BIM software such as Revit, Navisworks, Solibri and MagiCAD
• Energy analysis with spreadsheets and simulation software such as HAP, IES, eQUEST and EnergyPlus
• MS Office, AutoCAD, TRACE 700 and mechanical calculation tools
• Parametric design and programming languages such as C# or Python are an advantage; CFD experience is an advantage

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, plus a global profit-sharing programme
• Training, mentoring and continuous learning opportunities
• Possibility of short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices
• Flexible working: up to 3 days a week from home and up to 20 days a year from another country