Public Health Engineer (Data Centres)

Company: Arup
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Location: London
Job Description:

Joining Arup

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

The Opportunity

Arup’s Data Centre team is expanding, and we are seeking an ambitious Public Health Engineer to join our London office.

This is an opportunity to work on some of the world’s most complex and technologically advanced data centre and mission-critical facilities, supporting hyperscale, colocation, enterprise and cloud infrastructure projects across the UK, Europe, and globally.

As part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will contribute to the design and delivery of resilient, sustainable, and high-performing public health systems that support critical infrastructure environments where reliability, efficiency and operational continuity are paramount.

You will work closely with mechanical, electrical, structural and digital engineering specialists to develop innovative solutions for large-scale data centre developments, from concept through to detailed design and construction support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop public health and fire protection systems for mission-critical data centre facilities.
  • Undertake system calculations, equipment sizing and specification in line with industry standards and client requirements.
  • Develop water services strategies including domestic water, drainage and specialist systems supporting critical environments.
  • Coordinate public health and fire systems with mechanical, electrical, structural and architectural disciplines.
  • Support the planning and design of plant rooms, utility connections, distribution routes and critical infrastructure spaces.
  • Collaborate with BIM and digital engineering teams to develop coordinated models and project deliverables.
  • Produce technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
  • Liaise with clients, contractors, utility providers and equipment manufacturers throughout project delivery.
  • Contribute to sustainable and efficient design solutions that support data centre operational performance and environmental targets.

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.

Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Building Services Engineering, Public Health Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrable experience in the design of public health and fire protection systems within complex building projects.
  • Experience undertaking public health calculations, hydraulic modelling and system sizing.
  • Understanding of industry regulations, building codes and standards relevant to mission-critical environments.
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Experience using BIM and digital design tools would be advantageous.
  • Previous exposure to data centre, mission-critical, healthcare or other highly serviced technical facilities is desirable.

Why Join Arup’s Data Centre Team?

Work on industry-leading hyperscale and mission-critical projects across the globe.

Collaborate with some of the world’s leading technology clients and developers.

Be part of a team driving innovation, resilience and sustainability within the rapidly growing data centre sector.

Access unrivalled technical expertise and career development opportunities.

Benefit from Arup’s flexible working culture, comprehensive rewards package and Global Profit Share Scheme.

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.

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Posted: October 17th, 2026