Graduate Design Engineer -Building services

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Manchester
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Electrical Engineering
  • Industry

    Engineering
  • Pay

    £25,000-£28,000

An amazing opportunity for design engineers in building services

A growing, forward-thinking Building Services Design consultancy that opened its Manchester office in October. With a strong pipeline of projects and an experienced technical team, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the business at an exciting early stage and help shape the future of the office as it continues to expand.
We pride ourselves on delivering high‑quality engineering solutions, strong client relationships, and a collaborative working culture where your development truly matters.

The Opportunity
We are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Building Services Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical) to join our Manchester team. This is the perfect role for someone looking to kickstart their career in building services design within a supportive consultancy environment.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across a range of live projects, working closely with senior engineers while developing design, coordination, and technical skills.

What You’ll Be Doing
As a Graduate Engineer you will:
  • Support Mechanical and/or Electrical design activities
  • Assist in producing calculations, drawings, and technical documents
  • Work alongside senior engineers on varied commercial, residential, education, and public sector projects
  • Attend design meetings and liaise with architects, contractors, and clients
  • Contribute to sustainable, innovative engineering solutions
  • Learn industry‑standard software and adopt best design practices
  • Build a strong foundation toward chartership and long‑term career progression
What We’re Looking For
  • A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline
  • A genuine interest in building services and sustainability
  • Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude
  • A willingness to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a growing team
  • Must currently be living in the UK
  • No sponsorship available – UK right to work required
  • No overseas applications can be considered.
Why Join?
  • Opportunity to be part of a new and growing Manchester office
  • Tailored graduate development and hands‑on mentoring
  • Exposure to a diverse project portfolio
  • Clear long‑term progression routes
  • Supportive, friendly, and ambitious consultancy culture
  • Real responsibility from day one
How to Apply
If you're a motivated, UK‑based engineering graduate ready to take the first step into building services design, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply via email: roxanne.brooks@hays.com Call: 0161 236 4949

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