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Associate Mechanical Engineer

Arup


Job Location:

Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 5 September 2026 (11 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 3 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Joining Arup

Arups purpose shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years guiding how we shape a better world.

This role as an Associate - Mechanical will lead projects within the Group. The development of capability and consequential business growth in the areas of Mechanical engineering consultancy. As a Lead you are responsible to provide technical leadership guidance and mentoring to the mechanical engineering team

The Opportunity

  • Develop and maintain good relationships with industry networks clients architects government agencies sub-consultants and construction contractors relevant to the MEP Teams activities and the capability of the MEP team to effectively service the target markets in Malaysia as set out by the Group business plan.
  • Supervise/prepare proposals/submissions and negotiate contracts within the MEP Teams framework for such activity.
  • Ensure consistent completion of the Mechanical Services projects across the Team within quality budget and programme expectations; develop and administer project monitoring and control mechanisms within the MEP Team.
  • Facilitate and co-ordinate design activities processes and other technical standards within the MEP Team (including the review and monitoring of technical standards in the Team to ensure that design techniques reference material and software tools are up-to-date and are correctly applied).
  • Undertake technical reviews of MEP projects (and MEP Team input provided to other projects) at appropriate stages to ensure that the project approach and deliverables:
    - are commensurate with Arup quality objectives
    - satisfy the clients brief and expectations
    - maximize features that will reduce construction cost and/or provide other significant benefits to the client minimize Arups delivery costs
    - maximize ongoing opportunities for Arup

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

  • Relevant tertiary qualification within MEP (Mechanical) engineering with atleast 15 years design experience in consulting and successful project management experience in the MEP sector especially SIT and Data Centre.
  • Eligibility for Chartership with the Institute of Engineers (Australia) IE Aust or Malaysia PEPC or chartership with equivalent associations in other countries.
  • Ideally a well-developed network of client contacts (or the development of this within this position) and with demonstrated success in property development project consultancy
  • Substantial experience and strong team leadership skills in facilitating and actively providing opportunities for the growth and development of less experienced staff.
  • Implement effective performance management strategies and building diverse and complimentary skills within the team to maximize business opportunities.

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What we offer you
At Arup we care about each members 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 are owned in trust on behalf of our members giving us the freedom with personal responsibility to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arups legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Please see a list of Arups Malaysia benefits below:

  • Flexible working hours
  • Paid maternity leave for 98 days
  • Paid paternity leave for 7 working days
  • Birthday leave
  • Mobile phone allowance
  • Travel allowance
  • Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
  • International mobility opportunities
  • Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
  • Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination fees
  • Exam Leave (6 days)
  • QP allowance
  • Masters Degree Sponsorship Scheme
  • Car allowance for Associates and above.


Different people shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please 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.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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