Graduate Building Physics Consultant in Manchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Graduate Building Physics Engineer to join their team in Manchester. This role is perfect for recent graduates passionate about sustainable design and building performance, offering training and exposure to innovative projects.

Benefits

Structured graduate training programme

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Supportive team culture with mentoring

Exposure to high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant degree in a related discipline.
• Strong interest in low-carbon design and building performance.
• Some familiarity with building simulation tools is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out dynamic thermal modelling and energy assessments.
• Supporting low-carbon and net-zero design strategies.
• Producing technical reports and collaborating with design teams.

Skills

Interest in building performance

Sustainability

Analytical approach

Communication

Education

Relevant degree in Mechanical or Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related subject

Tools

IES-VE

TAS

Job description

Graduate Building Physics Engineer

Manchester

CTJ25

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is currently seeking a Graduate Building Physics Engineer to join their growing team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion for sustainable design and building performance to start their career in a forward-thinking, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Carrying out dynamic thermal modelling, daylight and overheating analysis, and energy assessments using industry-standard software (e.g. IES-VE, TAS)

* Supporting the delivery of low-carbon and net-zero design strategies for buildings across multiple sectors

* Assisting in Part L compliance, BREEAM assessments, and other environmental certifications

* Producing technical reports and collaborating closely with internal design teams and external clients

The ideal candidate will have:

* A relevant degree (Mechanical or Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related subject

* A strong interest in building performance, sustainability, and low-carbon design

* Ideally some familiarity with building simulation tools (training provided)

* Strong communication skills and a proactive, analytical approach

* Must be based in (or willing to relocate to) Manchester, with the right to work in the UK

Benefits:

* A structured graduate training programme with support toward Chartership (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE)

* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

* A friendly and supportive team culture with excellent mentoring

* Exposure to high-profile UK and international projects focused on innovation and sustainability