Apprentice Project Engineer

Apprentice Project Engineer
- Controls 📍 Manchester. You will be based out of our Manchester office however customer visits will be required all over the UK specially in the North and Midlands area. You need to be flexible to travel and stay away from home.

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.

🏢 Join Johnson Controls and dive into the world of building management system technology! We’re talking all the complex software and hardware that controls the electrical and mechanical systems within a building. Think Thermostats but on a far more complex scale. These systems control lighting, security, fire safety, HVAC and can help reduce carbon emissions and increase operational efficiency. You’ll be working on big projects including hospitals and government buildings.

• 🏢 You'll deliver BMS projects for industrial, commercial, and residential markets
• 👥Consulting with clients to enhance their buildings, reduce running costs and emissions, and improve overall performance
• 📚 You'll gain a solid understanding of the main areas our systems interact with, including HVAC controls, Mechanical, Electrical, and Building Services Systems
• 📈 Your mentor will guide you in fundamental BMS engineering principles, teaching you innovative methods to lower energy costs, reduce emissions, and improve building efficiency
• 💻You'll create detailed project plans and for various systems, ensuring compliance with industry and legislative standards
• 🚐 Visit a wide variety of customer’s sites and businesses — no two days are the same! You must be a confident driver

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.

• 🎓 Train’d Up
• 📚 Level 3 Project Controls Technician
• 🧠 Mix of college learning and hands‑on mentoring. College is day release remote

• ✅ GCSEs in English & Maths-Grade 5 (C) or above, I.T. would also be great.
• ✅ 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

• 💰 £16,640 starting salary
• 🛠️ All equipment provided
• 📅 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 💼 Access to Company pension scheme

🚐A company van may be provided following the successful completion of all required company compliance checks

• 📧 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!

Friday 10th April 2026