Junior/Intermediate Building Services Engineer in Manchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Manchester is looking for a Junior/Intermediate Building Services Engineer to contribute to diverse projects across commercial, residential, education, and healthcare sectors. This role offers excellent opportunities for recent graduates or engineers with limited experience to develop their careers with mentorship and support toward professional qualifications. You'll engage in innovative design processes and gain hands-on experience in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Regular CPD sessions

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• Graduate or intermediate level experience within a consultancy or relevant engineering environment.
• Familiar with UK Building Regulations and industry standards.
• Some experience with design software tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and specification of mechanical or electrical building services systems.
• Assist in producing detailed calculations, drawings, and models.
• Attend site visits and team meetings.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interest in sustainable, low-energy design

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

IES

Job description

Junior/intermediate Building Services Engineer

Manchester

CTJ35

£35,000 - £45,000

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Building Services Engineer to join a dynamic and growing consultancy based in Manchester. Working on a range of exciting projects across the commercial, residential, education, and healthcare sectors, this role is ideal for recent graduates or engineers with up to a few years of experience looking to further develop their careers.

Key Responsibilities:

* Support the design and specification of mechanical or electrical building services systems, based on your background and interests.

* Assist in producing detailed calculations, drawings, and models using industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or IES.

* Contribute to projects across multiple sectors, ensuring compliance with current regulations and client expectations.

* Attend site visits and team meetings, gaining exposure to real-world engineering challenges.

* Work closely with senior engineers, clients, and external stakeholders.

* Progress toward professional accreditation (e.g. IEng or CEng) with ongoing training and support

The ideal candidate will:

* A degree in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

* Graduate or intermediate level experience within a consultancy or relevant engineering environment.

* Familiar with UK Building Regulations, CIBSE guides, and relevant industry standards.

* Some experience with design software tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, or IES.

* Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.

* A keen interest in sustainable, low-energy design is advantageous.

What's on Offer:

* Competitive salary dependent on experience.

* Support and mentorship toward professional qualifications (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE, or IET).

* Hybrid/flexible working based in the Manchester office.

* Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme.

* Regular CPD sessions, technical development, and career progression.

* Inclusive, supportive team culture with a focus on innovation and personal growth.