Our Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships
Our apprenticeships allow you to study for industry-recognised qualifications whilst earning a competitive salary. As an apprentice, you will study with a training provider, such as a university, and combine this experience with real responsibilities in the workplace. Your study pattern could be day or block release, or via distance learning, depending on the course that you enrol on. A dedicated mentor will guide you through your personal and professional development. Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships have a typical duration of 3– 6 years, during which you will attain both a professional and academic qualification to further your career. Our apprentices are employed on a permanent basis, so you'll continue to progress with Arup once you've completed your course.
The Opportunity
As an Mechanical Building Services Engineer you'll work within a team of engineers to design all aspects of building services systems. Sustainability underpins everything we do at Arup and therefore your focus will be on delivering efficient, low energy and low carbon designs. You'll work with renewable and emerging technologies and enjoy the chance to work on projects in a wide range of sectors including education, healthcare, aviation, commercial, and data centres. At Arup, you will take advantage of Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology. BIM enables us to design buildings collaboratively using 3D computer models.
You'll Support a Variety Of Different Work, Including
Production of engineering drawings and sketches, including 3D or 2D computer drawings
Production of Building Information Models (BIM)
Undertaking virtual design reviews
Preparation of simple engineering calculations
Contributing to solutions for design challenges
Taking part in design meetings, site visits, presentations and workshops
Helping with the administration of projects
Mechanical Building Services Engineers aim to deliver user comfort whilst also ensuring our designs are as efficient and sustainable as possible.. Whether you are designing a net zero carbon school/college, or the next super hospital, you will be working within multidisciplinary teams to optimise the competing requirements of a design and shape the buildings of the future. We are constantly looking to develop the way we work and advances is software, computer modelling and virtual reality is rapidly changing the building design process.
Responsibilities of this role will include, but are not limited to:
The design of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems including load calculations and equipment sizing
Completing ventilation, airflow and indoor environmental quality assessments
Helping to design hot and cold water services and drainage systems
Coordinating mechanical design requirements within a multi disciplinary team that includes Electrical, Public Health, Structural, Civil, Acoustic, Fire, Building Physics and Sustainability consultants
Producing technical reports and engineering documentation
Working with software such as Revit MEP and mechanical modelling tools
Contributing to performance modelling and energy efficiency studies
Collaborating with colleagues and external partners to develop your knowledge
Is this role right for you?
We're looking for apprentices who are curious and ready to evolve how they think and work .
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for an apprenticeship, you must:
A Levels with a minimum Grade BBB or above including Mathematics and Physical Science (or equivalent) or will have completed a Level 3 Apprenticeship as a Building Services Design Technician.
Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
Innovative minds: We're looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.
You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2026.
Advert closing date: 14th March 2026
Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.
Location Preferences
While the role you applied for is based in the location specified in the job advert, we may have other opportunities that align with your profile. To help us assess this, please let us know which Arup office locations you would be interested in working in on your application form
Duplicate applications
Please note, candidates are permitted to submit only one application per recruitment cycle. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and selecting the role and location(s) that best align with your skills and interests before applying.
Please note we are unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you and have resided in the UK for at least 3 years prior to the start of programme and are elig ible to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship opportunity without our sponsorship in order for your application to be considered.