BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEER TECHNICIAN

We are looking for a Building Services to join our Building Engineering BIM team in our Birmingham or London office. Building Services engineering encapsulates systems such as heating, ventilation, lighting, power, water services, life-safety systems and data communications. Building Information Modelling (BIM) enables us to design and visualise buildings collaboratively using 3D models and information to aid in the delivery of our projects.
You will work on a variety of projects across different sectors, including education, commercial, sports, health and industry. This has recently included projects such as the Alexander Stadium, National Rehabilitation Centre and Paradise Birmingham.
As an apprentice, you will be working with and supported by other apprentices and BIM technicians using digital tools to create intelligent 3D models and drawings to communicate the Arup design. You will be working towards becoming a Building Services BIM Technician responsible for 3D model and drawing production, information management and digital collaboration.
As part of your apprenticeship, your academic studies will lead to a BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Building Services Engineering delivered at a local college. In parallel to the academic side, the on-the-job learning will lead to and industry recognised EngTech professional qualification.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO HAVE A MINIMUM OF 5 GCSE GRADES A* - C INCLUDING MATHEMATICS (PREFERABLY B); ENGLISH (LANGUAGE); A SCIENCE OR TECHNICAL SUBJECT.

Is this role right for you?
We’re looking for apprentices who are curious and ready to evolve how they think and work.
Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we’d like to hear from you.
You should be able to start this opportunity no later than September 2025.
Eligibility for apprenticeship funding requires candidates to have the right to work in the UK and continuous residency in the UK since at least September 2022. Candidates holding a visa must ensure it remains valid for the full duration of the apprenticeship, which may extend up to 5 years.
We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.

A FUTURE WITH PURPOSE

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We solve the world’s most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible. We explore challenges with curiosity and creativity - using technology, imagination and rigour to deliver remarkable outcomes.
Our Level 3 Advanced 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 college, 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 3 Advanced Apprenticeships have a typical duration of two to three 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
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships Are available in the following areas:

Your role within the MEICA team will be twofold:

• working to assess, design and supervise mechanical engineering works including producing mechanical calculations, schedules and reports; and
• working alongside the wider BIM (Building Information Modelling) team at Arup to create intelligent 3D models and drawings to communicate the Arup design