Apprentice Building Services Design Engineer

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is offering an exciting apprenticeship for Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Engineers. This role allows you to work on cutting-edge projects while gaining a fully funded BSc or BEng degree. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team, assisting in diverse projects and obtaining essential skills to thrive in the engineering field. Ideal for individuals with strong backgrounds in mathematics and science, and a keen interest in design. A full, clean UK driving licence is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three A levels including Mathematics and Physical Science.
• Interest in Design is essential.
• Suitability for Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering designs.
• Support the delivery of diverse projects.
• Provide technical assistance to the M&E Engineering team.

Skills

Mathematics

Physical Science

Design interest

Computer Literacy

Self-motivated

Education

Three A levels at Grades A–B including Mathematics and Physical Science

Level 3 Extended Diploma as a Building Services Design Technician

Five GCSEs grade 9–6 (A–C) including English Language and Maths

Job description

In an apprentice role you will work on exciting, ground‑breaking projects from day one, with support to grow in your chosen discipline as well as training to develop the core skills needed to succeed in a professional organisation. Our early careers programme gives you the chance to connect with others across the region / business who are also starting their career, as well as mentoring, Chartership support and more.

Turning the shell of a building into a fit‑for‑purpose environment requires wide‑ranging mechanical and electrical engineering solutions that actively enhance the operation, comfort and safety of a building, such as ventilation, lighting, heating and security systems. At Tetra Tech, we design and manage the installation of building services engineering solutions for some of the most complex buildings in the country. We hold a track record of creating buildings where structure and engineering systems coexist harmoniously, tailoring them to clients’ bespoke needs, including meeting strict sustainability and Net Zero Carbon requirements. We have opportunities in Manchester, Leeds and Edinburgh for Apprentice Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Engineers.

You will join an established team of experienced engineers working on a range of building types across all business sectors including life sciences, defence, commercial, education, industrial, residential, leisure, healthcare and retail, within both public and private domains. Our current portfolio includes a number of key projects – laboratories, major government clients, universities, workplace solutions and decarbonisation portfolios. This position will require you to integrate into local teams and work with colleagues in other offices as project demands dictate. This position offers day release to complete a fully funded professionally accredited BSc or BEng building services degree.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering designs
• Assist in design reviews and verification checks
• Assist in the contract administration of projects
• Support in the delivery of diverse projects
• Provide technical assistance to the M&E Engineering team
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors and stakeholders; deliver projects effectively with flexibility around how, when and where you work

There is no "one approach fits all" – each team manages its own way of working, we trust our employees and focus on outputs not inputs. Meeting up with colleagues and clients face to face in office environments or on site is important for collaboration, face‑to‑face meetings, appraisals and development.

The typical duration for this apprenticeship is 60–66 months but this will depend on previous experience. Successful apprentices will gain a BSc or BEng building services degree.

Qualifications and Skills

• A minimum of three A levels at Grades A–B including Mathematics and Physical Science or their equivalent
• or have completed a Level 3 Extended Diploma as a Building Services Design Technician
• A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 9–6 (A–C) or above including English Language and Maths
• An interest in Design
• Computer Literate
• Self‑motivated
• Desirable – Full, clean UK driving licence and ideally access to a vehicle
• Suitability for Security Clearance

Are you looking for an exciting, interesting career role where you can help make a difference for the future?

Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering and environmental consultancy. We provide data‑driven, market‑leading water, environment, infrastructure, energy and international development solutions to clients in the UK and Europe. We deliver locally and are backed globally. In the UK and Europe, Tetra Tech has more than 6,000 employees and more than 50 offices. Our unique organisational structure enables us to be nimble and respond with the agility of a small business, backed by international resources and capabilities from across the world. Our people are at the heart of everything we do!