BIM Assistant Technician
Job Description
Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated Mechanical BIM Designer to support the development, coordination, and delivery of Building Information Modelling (BIM) projects across Mechanical and Public Health disciplines. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers and project teams to produce high-quality BIM models, drawings, and project deliverables while ensuring compliance with project standards and BIM requirements.
This role provides an opportunity to develop expertise in both Mechanical and Public Health BIM design, offering a strong foundation for progression into Senior BIM Designer, BIM Manager/Lead or BIM Coordinator roles.
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
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.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. 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. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and 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 contact Kaela Chau to 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
Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated Mechanical BIM Designer to support the development, coordination, and delivery of Building Information Modelling (BIM) projects across Mechanical and Public Health disciplines. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers and project teams to produce high-quality BIM models, drawings, and project deliverables while ensuring compliance with project standards and BIM requirements.
This role provides an opportunity to develop expertise in both Mechanical and Public Health BIM design, offering a strong foundation for progression into Senior BIM Designer, BIM Manager/Lead or BIM Coordinator roles.
- Develop and maintain Mechanical and Public Health BIM models using industry-standard software.
- Produce BIM drawings, schedules, and documentation in accordance with project requirements.
- Support multidisciplinary BIM coordination and clash detection activities.
- Assist engineers in the preparation and modification of mechanical design layouts and drawings.
- Participate in design reviews and model coordination meetings.
- Ensure BIM models and documentation comply with company and client BIM standards.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve design and modelling issues.
- Support project delivery by meeting quality, budget, and schedule requirements.
- Maintain accurate project files and document control procedures.
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
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline, from a recognized university or an equivalent institution.
- Additional BIM-related certifications will be an advantage.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in construction, mechanical BIM modelling (will be an advantage), CAD/BIM drafting or engineering design.
- Experience in building services projects is preferred. Exposure to Public Health systems will be an advantage.
- Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (will be an advantage) and AutoCAD / any drafting tools
- Knowledge of Mechanical Building Services systems, including HVAC and ventilation.
- Basic understanding of Public Health services.
- Familiarity with BIM workflows, model coordination, and clash detection. (will be an advantage)
- Knowledge of Navisworks and BIM 360/ACC is an advantage. (will be an advantage)
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.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. 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. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and 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 contact Kaela Chau to 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
Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
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Key Skills
Mechanical BIM modelling
BIM 360 ACC
BIM workflows
Mechanical Building Services systems including HVAC and ventilation
Model coordination
Clash detection
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