Graduate Mechanical Building Services Engineer - 2026 intake

Graduate Mechanical Building Services Engineer - 2026 intake. Join the Tetra Tech RPS 2026 Graduate Scheme, a two-year programme offering hands-on experience, mentorship, and a tailored development plan to launch a consultancy career.

We’re seeking talented graduates to join our Building Services team in Birmingham. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to the design and delivery of building systems that support healthier, more sustainable environments. From education and healthcare to commercial and residential developments, you\u2019ll help shape spaces that are comfortable, efficient and future-ready.

As a Graduate Mechanical Building Services Engineer, you’ll support the technical delivery of projects and gain hands-on experience delivering solutions that integrate mechanical and electrical systems. We aim to reduce environmental impact and meet the evolving demands of modern buildings through smart, sustainable design.

You’ll collaborate across disciplines, attend client meetings and site visits, and produce technical drawings and calculations that meet industry standards. With mentorship from senior engineers and access to a structured development programme, you’ll build the skills and experience needed to progress toward chartership and beyond.

• Mentorship & Support: Learn from experienced professionals with a dedicated technical mentor in your chosen discipline.
• Structured Learning: Formal training, project-based learning, and self-directed study.
• Personal Development: Develop consultancy skills with technical and interpersonal training, plus regular feedback and reviews.
• Community: Central induction with your graduate peers and a collaborative network.

• Central induction and ongoing support from your line manager and mentor.
• In-depth technical training in your core discipline, plus exposure to 15 technical and 8 interpersonal topics.
• Quarterly development reviews to track progress.
• Opportunities to shadow senior colleagues and contribute to diverse projects.

You’ll be assigned a location, cost centre, line manager, and a home technical discipline based on your qualifications and business needs. If you wish to explore a different discipline at the end of the programme, we’ll consider this based on interests and business requirements.

As part of the scheme, you’ll have access to the CMI Foundation Chartered Manager pathway through flexible, online Bite Size programs. Choose from topics such as Managing Change, Leading in a Digital Age, Conflict Resolution, Project Management, and Data-Driven Decision Making to build leadership and management skills.

To apply for the Tetra Tech RPS 2026 Graduate Scheme, candidates must submit an up-to-date CV detailing their academic background, relevant experience, and motivation for joining the programme. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt. Shortlisted candidates will complete an online assessment to evaluate key competencies and problem-solving skills relevant to consultancy work, followed by a final assessment (in-person interview or assessment centre, depending on location and discipline).

Closing date for applications in this round is 30 November 2025. Early submissions are encouraged.

Apply now and start your journey with Tetra Tech RPS.

At Tetra Tech RPS, our people are our success. We thrive on solving problems that matter—from urbanisation to sustainability—with a collaborative culture and agile working. Our global network enables us to deliver science-led solutions and meaningful careers.

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