Job Description
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
As one of the world’s leading engineering, professional services and technical consultancy firms, at WSP, we’re passionate about the big questions. And big answers, naturally. For us that’s all about reaching beyond the expected, to do work that will have a profound impact felt long into the future.
To meet our growing UK business needs and future development aspirations we are looking for an Assistant Electrical Engineer to join our Lighting & Energy Solutions team.
If this is not quite the level of role you are looking for we still encourage you to apply as we are a growing team with further opportunities.
A Little More About Your Role…
As part of an engineering team, you will provide low voltage electrical design and consultancy services for nationally significant clients, supporting technical leads on complex engineering projects.
You Can Expect To Work On a Diverse Range Of Projects For Clients In Major Public And Private Sector Organisations And Will Become Part Of a Respected And Ambitious Company Supported With Excellent Career Prospects And International Opportunities. The Type Of Work We Undertake Is Extremely Varied But Includes
- Small and large scale Electric Vehicle (EV) infrastructure feasibility studies, design, and technical assurance roles. A wide variety ranging from low powered local authority (LEVI) chargers right through to major multi-vector refuelling hubs integrating megawatt charging systems and other low carbon fuels.
- Specification and design of renewable energy generation & energy storage systems to support our client’s decarbonisation and net-zero goals to deliver a more sustainable world.
- The design of innovative urban realm regeneration projects by creating beautiful, vibrant and pleasant public spaces for people to work, live and play in.
- Highway electrical design and assurance across local authority and National Highways client bases.
- No two days will be the same, but you could be expected to,
- Support the design team lead on projects to strive towards a right first-time approach focusing on high-quality outputs. The identification and mitigation of risks is a key aspect to ensure designs are safe and compliance with CDM regulations.
- Be accountable for your own project work reporting any issues encountered in a proactive and timely fashion to project leads.
- Contribute within project meetings and reviews to provide input with regards your project responsibilities.
- Coordinate and communicate with other design teams and stakeholders across all projects. This is essential at all stages of projects from understanding scope, identifying your dependencies and right through to later project lifecycle stages such as clash detection workshops.
Your Career At WSP Is In Safe Hands, We Are Fully Committed To Continued Professional Development, And You Will To Be Actively Involved With Professional Institutions At Regional And National Levels. At WSP We Can Guarantee You
- Support from of one of the largest design teams in the country as part of a diverse global consultancy.
- Access to a rich local, national and global technical support network, to further individual skills.
- Opportunity to develop your knowledge and experience as an individual and as a team leader.
- Ability to deliver projects for clients of national and international significance.
- Exposure to a diverse selection of clients and stakeholders, representing all aspects of engineering and consultancy.
- Membership of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or equivalent institution of your choice and mentoring and support with further Engineering Council registration.
- CPD opportunities and support in attending (and participating in) industry recognised events and seminars.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…
- A track record of performing to a high standard whilst undertaking low voltage electrical design preferably within the UK transportation sector.
- Knowledge and experience of providing feasibility, design, installation, maintenance, or technical assurance services within the UK electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure sector and/or the wider UK transportation (road/rail) sector.
- Willingness to develop and grow by taking responsibility for your technical output, programme and financial performance of your work packages.
- Evidence of being a confident communicator and the able to convey your point of view and keep stakeholders informed.
- Have, or seeking to have, Engineering Technician (EngTech) registration with the Engineering Council and active membership with a professional institution.
- Hold City & Guilds 18th Edition Wiring Regulation certification (C&G 2382).
- Experience with the following software packages is beneficial but not essential AutoCAD, Trimble Amtech ProDesign and Modecsoft ElectricalOM.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
With us, you can. Apply today.
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work-life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
