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.

We are currently looking for an Associate Principal (Electrical) to join our leadership team, specializing in data center projects. As a senior leader, you'll be responsible for driving the strategic vision of our electrical engineering practice and leading high-profile, complex projects across the Asia-Pacific region. This role requires both technical excellence and strong leadership, where you'll mentor and guide multidisciplinary teams while building and maintaining client relationships at the highest levels.

In this role, you will provide key insights and direction to advance innovative solutions, ensuring that Arup continues to lead the industry in delivering world-class data center projects. Your influence will extend beyond technical design, as you'll shape project delivery, secure business growth, and champion Arup's values across the firm.

The Opportunity

Lead high-profile data center projects, managing the design and execution of advanced electrical systems while ensuring alignment with client expectations and industry best practices.
Strategically develop and implement innovative solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address the unique needs of data centers, ensuring optimal performance in power distribution, lighting, and communication systems.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving across multidisciplinary teams.
Represent Arup in client-facing engagements, offering expert advice and insights that contribute to both project success and long-term relationships.
Drive the growth and development of Arup's electrical engineering practice, contributing to business development, project acquisition, and shaping the strategic direction of the firm in the data center space.
Assume primary responsibility for the overall quality and execution of assigned projects, ensuring adherence to rigorous standards and delivering on time and within budget.

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

Recognized tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Extensive experience in Electrical Engineering within a consulting environment, with a proven track record of leadership in large-scale data center projects.
Strong technical expertise in the design, development, and delivery of complex electrical systems.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and contribute to the strategic direction of a business.
Expertise in industry-standard software and design tools relevant to Electrical Engineering.

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 eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Please see a list of Arup's Singapore benefits below:

Hybrid working policy & flexible working hours
13th month bonus
Birthday leave
Paid parental leave for birth mothers 16 weeks & new parents (excluding birth mothers) 4 weeks
Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination Fees
International mobility opportunities
QP allowance
Site Allowance
Work related travel insurance
Dental expense cover
Marriage leave (3 days)
Examination leave (2 days)
Family care leave
Bike Loans of up to SGD2000

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 www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We 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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