Apprentice Project Engineer

📍 Manchester. You will be based between Manchester and Liverpool. Site visits may be required so you need to be flexible to travel.

To get on this prestigious apprenticeship programme we require 5’s or C’s in your GCSE English and Maths. Please include your certificates in your application alongside your UK Driving licence.

Ready to control your future? 🏢

At Johnson Controls, we're on the hunt for enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic Building Management Systems (BMS) team. You will play a key role in the wider team to deliver projects that optimise performance efficiency in our clients’ buildings. By joining Johnson Controls you will be joining a leader in engineering and integrated solutions.

What You’ll Do at Work

• Specialize in Building Management Systems: As part of the BMS team, you'll deliver projects for industrial, commercial, and residential markets, which exposes you to diverse projects and environments

• Deliver projects from the beginning to the very end of its lifecycle. Issue all documentation to the relevant parties and obtain approval from the Client or their representative

• Consultation Focus: Our team is primarily focused on consulting with clients to enhance their buildings, reduce running costs and emissions, and improve overall performance

• Comprehensive Knowledge: You'll gain a solid understanding of the main areas our systems interact with, including HVAC controls, Mechanical, Electrical, and Building Services Systems

• Guidance and Mentorship: Your mentor will guide you in fundamental BMS engineering principles, teaching you innovative methods to lower energy costs, reduce emissions, and improve building efficiency

• Technical Role: As an apprentice, you'll create detailed project plans and for various systems, ensuring compliance with industry and legislative standards

• Diverse Project Environments: Our team works on BMS systems in various environments such as warehouses, manufacturing plants, retail spaces, commercial offices, and schools. This exposure enhances your understanding of different BMS applications and challenges

• Client Interaction and Site Visits: You'll get the opportunity to visit client sites with colleagues to conduct surveys and gather information, aiding in the development of comprehensive projects tailored to specific client needs

Who We Are

Johnson Controls is a global leader in technology and industry, serving customers in over 150 countries. We create intelligent buildings, energy-efficient solutions, and integrated infrastructure that drive progress. As an apprentice, you'll be part of our mission to shape a better tomorrow making buildings safer, smarter and more sustainable. Learn more about us here.

Where You’ll Train:

🎓 Train’d Up
📚 Project Controls Technician level 3
🧠 Mix of college learning and hands-on mentoring. College will be day release remote

What You’ll Need:

✅ GCSEs in English & Maths-Grade 5 (C) or above
✅ Full UK driving licence.
✅ Happy to travel, work away and stay over in hotels when needed
✅ Good vibes: team spirit, hardworking, communication skills, and a love for technology and Engineering

Perks & Pay:

💰 £15,600 starting salary
🛠️ All equipment provided
📅 25 days holiday + bank holidays
💼 Access to Company pension scheme

Next Steps:

📧 Send your CV, driving licence, English and Maths certificates- Grade 5 or C’s
📞 If your application stands out, you will have a chat with our Talent Acquisition team
🛠️ Smash the screening call and you will be invited to attend an assessment centre
🎉 Start your journey in late summer 2026!

Deadline to apply:

Friday 1st May 2026

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