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MEP Building Services Design Engineer - Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6)

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Buro Happold

5d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need A Levels BBC (Maths, Science preferred), T-level (Merit+), BTEC DDM or D*D* in Engineering, or a Level 3 Building Services apprenticeship with appropriate GCSEs.
  • You will design MEP systems, perform calculations, prepare specifications, manage BIM software, and collaborate in meetings to ensure high-quality, sustainable building services projects.

Requirements

  • A Level BBC - Must include Mathematics and preferably a Science in either Chemistry or Physics (UCAS points: 112)
  • T-level (Merit or above) in Construction: Design, Surveying And Planning. (UCAS points: 120)
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DDM in an Engineering subject area, with a minimum of merit in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. (UCAS points: 128)
  • BTEC Level 3 National Diploma D*D* in an Engineering subject area, with a minimum of merit in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. (UCAS points: 112)
  • Building Services Engineering Technician level 3 apprenticeship DD (UCAS points: 96) alongside grade Pass or Distinction at EPA, please get in contact with the LSBU Apprenticeships at apprenticeships@lsbu.ac.uk for Apprenticeships Routes
  • If you have any of the above qualifications but don't meet the criteria, or any other technical qualifications awarded with UCAS points at a similar level, please get in contact with the LSBU Apprenticeships at apprenticeships@lsbu.ac.uk for Apprenticeships Routes
  • Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above)

Responsibilities

  • You will embrace the latest energy and MEP technologies to improve performance and sustainability. Sustainable design is the top of our corporate agenda.
  • Undertake detailed building services (including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sustainability) design and calculations (using both software and knowledge to verify robust calculations).
  • Ensure service and project work are carried out to an excellent standard - within agreed deadlines and within budget.
  • Prepare technical specifications and schedules, design development reports and innovative design solutions.
  • Plan and manage input to Building Information Modelling software for production of design work
  • Use Building Information Modelling software to design engineering services on projects through learning from colleagues and in house training
  • Represent the company as part of a team by attending design team meetings or meetings with clients and architects

FAQs

What is the starting salary for the Building Services Design Engineer Degree Apprentice position?

The starting salary on offer is £27,500 plus additional benefits.

Where will I be studying as part of this apprenticeship program?

You will be studying at London Southbank University as part of this apprenticeship opportunity.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this apprenticeship?

You need A Level BBC including Mathematics and preferably a Science, T-Level in Construction (Merit or above), or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DDM in an Engineering subject area, among other qualifications mentioned in the job description.

Will I receive mentorship during my apprenticeship?

Yes, you will receive support throughout your apprenticeship, including access to a buddy network, mentoring, and a structured on-the-job learning plan.

How many days a week will I attend classes?

You will spend one day per week in class for 24 weeks per academic year.

What degree will I earn upon successful completion of the apprenticeship?

Successful apprentices will graduate with a degree in Building Services Engineering (Level 6).

Is previous experience in MEP required to apply for this apprenticeship?

Previous experience is not specifically mentioned as a requirement, but a keen interest in the built environment and MEP technologies is desired.

When does this apprenticeship start?

This role is for a September 2025 start, subject to enrolment deadlines and guidelines from London Southbank University.

How do I apply for the apprenticeship?

You must apply through the link provided by LSBU as they will be managing the initial review stage for this post; applications via other means will not be considered.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, Buro Happold values diversity and seeks to change the lack of representation of marginalized groups in the built environment, encouraging applications from underrepresented individuals.

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Buro Happold

Engineering | Consultancy | Advisory

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1976
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are an international, integrated consultancy of engineers, designers and advisers. For over 45 years, we have built an unrivalled reputation by delivering creative, value-led solutions for the benefit of people, places and planet. Described by our clients as 'passionate', 'innovative' and 'collaborative', Buro Happold is synonymous with the delivery of exceptionally complex projects on every continent, working with the world's leading architectural practices and organisations, such as the United Nations, UNESCO and C40 Cities. Through our global community of driven, world-leading engineering, advisory and design professionals, we are acting to address major challenges in an ever-evolving world.

Culture & Values

  • We value human wellbeing, and are discontented with limitations. We commit to taking this as seriously for our people as our projects.

  • We are a diverse, one-firm culture. When we get it right, it sings. Internal barriers are always to be overcome through inclusivity and equity above all else.

  • We embrace mutual responsibility. It is easy to default to individual success. Teams need to share success and failure in the same way.

  • We are more than a business. We care about the legacy of our work. We have a responsibility of care as an employer and influencer in the shaping of the world.

  • Sustainability is intrinsic to the economic and social impact of our work. Going beyond compliance requires challenging preconceptions, taking extra steps.

  • It takes courage to create. Our culture fosters a dynamic between technology and empathy to gain deeper insight, unleash imagination, and manage risk.

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