Building Services Engineering: From Apprentice to Engineer

Josh sat down with Ryan to talk through his journey into building services engineering and how he ended up working at the University of Glasgow.

What stands out about Ryan’s story is that it isn’t a straight line. He didn’t think engineering was for him at school, spent time working in an admin job, and only found his way into the industry after being given an opportunity to apply for an apprenticeship. From there, it became a process of learning, grafting, and figuring things out step by step through college, university and on the job experience.

This conversation challenges the idea that there is one route into engineering. Ryan talks openly about not being naturally academic, having to work at subjects like maths, and realising that engineering is just as much about communication, problem solving and mindset as it is about technical ability.

They also explore what building services engineering actually is, using a simple way of thinking about it. If architecture is the body and structure is the bones, then building services are the arteries that keep everything running. It is the side of engineering most people do not see, but it is fundamental to how buildings operate and how we move towards a more sustainable future.

If you are unsure where you fit, questioning your next step, or think engineering is not for you, this episode offers a different perspective on what a career in engineering can look like.

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