Senior Urban Energy Consultant - Midlothian, United Kingdom - Arup

Description

Joining Arup

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

As cities respond to climate change, opportunities for new energy infrastructure, such as hydrogen networks, are emerging. To support the transition of energy networks in urban areas, we help clients to develop the strategy and target required investments that will deliver decarbonisation. And, as energy generation becomes more diverse, we help clients move from analogue to digital systems to manage real-time data and make smarter decisions about energy dispatch and use.

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Urban Energy Consultant with a personal dedication to climate action and sustainable development to bring technical expertise and strategic thinking to address the trials of low carbon energy systems and climate resilient/sustainable development in cities, and to develop project and client management capabilities alongside the expertise of your colleagues.

As a Senior Consultant, you will have multiple project management tasks and will be supported by a team offering management, mentorship and strategic direction. You can expect to work across a variety of projects on both management (project manager) and supporting (technical expert) roles. You would also participate in business development and work winning.

The role requires a sound appreciation of challenges and solutions related to low carbon energy infrastructure and buildings, climate change mitigation and/or adaptation, especially within an urban context.

Guided by the specific skill set you bring, in this permanent post you may be involved with projects such as: Heat network engineering and modelling; Preparing energy masterplans and energy infrastructure feasibility studies; Whole energy systems decarbonisation strategies and investment plans at portfolio, campus and citywide scale; Development of an investment case for low carbon and climate resilient projects; Development of commercial and governance models for the delivery of urban energy infrastructure and large-scale programmes and services; Integrated sustainability and resilience frameworks and action plans and Stakeholder engagement strategies and workshops.

Your role may include:

Preparing concept and scheme designs of urban energy infrastructure such as heat networks, microgrids and other smart local energy systems ;Techno-economic and whole energy system systems modelling; Preparing business cases including commercial and governance models; Developing comprehensive strategies and policy recommendations and preparing compelling client- and public-facing reports and tools including data and concept visualisation.

Our work is global in scope and requires a strong appreciation of challenges and opportunities across geographic regions. There may be opportunities for international travel on a project basis.

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?

It would be ideal if you have an appreciation of energy in an urban context, including heat networks, microgrids and other smart local energy systems along with experience of urban energy infrastructure detailed design, construction and operation.

Appreciation of whole energy systems and technologies. Competency in modelling and computation using Excel or coding (Python, R, VBA, etc.) would also be advantageous.

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 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 Arup's 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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

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.