We are looking for a Graduate to join our Building Services team in Manchester. With a world class reputation, our creativity and our people have delivered positive change to clients, the environment, and communities alike. If you want to be part of something bigger, this is your chance.
Electrical engineering at Buro Happold
Our electrical engineers work closely with mechanical and public health engineers to create complete building services solutions. The integration of a successful building services strategy is what makes the difference between a building that is great to look at and a building that is great to be in. It is the building services that bring the building to life and are vital from the conceptual environmental strategy through construction, operation and the lifetime of the building.
Digital buildings and services are scaling in prominence. The world today is becoming increasing reliant on data and our electrical engineering teams use this data to understand, improve and transform our relationship with the built environment.
At Buro Happold our electrical engineers become embedded in the design process. Our collaborative approach is supported by advanced 3D modelling methods, known as building information modelling (BIM), that allow design teams to share an intelligent virtual project prototype.
At Buro Happold we spend time thinking about the outcomes of work. We question what the benefits of our projects to society? Is this project sustainable? is this project healthier and safer for the occupants who use it?
We work closely with Architects, lighting designers, façade engineers, and other specialist consultants to realise some of the worlds most innovative and celebrated projects in the built environment.
What sort of projects will I work on?
Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) Library
Delivered MEP and Sustainability design services for the redevelopment of the existing All Saints Library. Project involved the partial demolition of the existing library and the design of a new 13-storey “tower”, along with full redevelopment of the existing library building.
School of Digital Arts, Manchester Metropolitan University
Delivered MEP and Sustainability design services for the new School of Digital Arts at Manchester Metropolitan University. The building provides teaching spaces focused on screen based activities including film production and editing, musical production, virtual reality and animation.
Angel Square
Delivered MEP and Sustainability design services for a new pioneering commercial office development in central Manchester. Targeting a NABERS 5* rating, the design focused on reducing operational energy through efficient system design and optimised BMS controls and commissioning.
What would I do?
- Work as part of our collaborative design teams to deliver impactful buildings for a wide range of engaging, high-profile clients.
- Embrace the latest technologies and continuously seek new ways improve the performance and sustainability of the built environment.
- Work in conjunction with internal sustainability consultants to deliver built environments which enhance mental health, wellbeing, comfort and productivity for their occupants through innovate design of electrical systems.
- Design core electrical systems including lighting, low voltage power distribution and communications infrastructure.
- Contribute, in collaboration with specialists, to the design of electrical related systems including fire detection, CCTV, access control, intruder detection and IT.
- Be integrally involved in the implementation of vertical transportation systems by conducting lift traffic analyses using dynamic simulation software.
- Contribute to the decarbonisation of buildings by designing power distribution networks to support low carbon technologies including photovoltaics, electric heat pumps and electric vehicle charging.
- Collaborate with individuals from other engineering design disciplines internal and external to Buro Happold including but not limited to:
- Internally: lighting specialists, sustainability and physics consultants, structural engineers, civil engineers.
- Externally: Architects, landscape architects, sector specialists (e.g. theatre, archive, catering), interior designers.
- Identify and pursue opportunities to enhance computational workflows for electrical engineering through experimentation with cutting-edge design tools, visual programming and the latest software packages.
- Delivery of high standard electrical designs for projects as part of the team including input to reports, calculations, BIM modelling, specifications, schedules and presentations.
- Utilise the Buro Happold graduate programme to enhance your career.
We would like to hear from you if you are studying (or have graduated) in any of the below degrees
- Bachelor or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering or similar degree with an emphasis on building systems design and sustainability.
- Proven interest in the built environment and internship experience at an engineering related firm is preferred.
Desirable experience
- Interest in the electrical engineering, building design and the impact of the decarbonisation of electricity supply.
- Academic research, coursework, or other experience with alternative energy systems and other technologies new to the construction industry preferred.
- Familiarity with BIM modelling software such as Revit.
Graduates at Buro Happold
When you join Buro Happold you are embedded into an exciting network of engineers and consultants, that supports your career development. We have a Graduate Connect learning programme that targets specific learning and supports your journey to chartership as well as our Young Employee's Forum that links all our young talent in terms of knowledge sharing, learning and very importantly socialising.
We place great importance on a having a safe and inclusive environment and will seek to make any arrangements that may be required to enable all who work with us to thrive. We have flexible working hours and hybrid working, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life. If you have any questions about how this could apply to your specific circumstances, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
Application process
We typically complete shortlisting after the role has closed. Therefore, you can expect to hear from us with 2-4 weeks of the job closing on our website. Should you wish to contact us to find out more information or to get an update, please contact earlycareers@burohappold.com
Please note that this role is for an Autumn 2025 start.
A place for everyone
Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.