WSP in the UK & Ireland

Lighting Engineer

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Location
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/15/2025
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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.

To find out more about our Lighting and Energy Solutions business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Lighting & Energy Solutions | WSP

A Little More About Your Role…

  • Liaison with colleagues within the Lighting and Energy Solutions team, wider multi-disciplinary design teams, stakeholders and clients;
  • Production of detailed design layouts, engineering detail drawings and support documentation in accordance with WSPs Quality Assurance and client requirements;
  • Input on the preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, designs, specifications and contract documents and TA 501 – Road Lighting Appraisals (formerly TA 49/07)
  • Preparation of Lighting Reality calculations;
  • Delivery of works from Highway frameworks and key clients in the Strategic Road Network.
  • Engagement with professional organisations, contractors and suppliers of luminaire, columns, control manufacturers;
  • Support with the development of project proposals and progress against agreed programme milestones and budget;
  • A strong understanding of external lighting standards, industry professional guidance, design manual for road and bridges, CDM legislation and regulations.

YOUR TEAM

  • You will be joining a growing, multi-disciplinary, energetic team of lighting professionals that is highly regarded within the industry, which includes the following specialisms: Strategic Road Network, Electrical and EV, Environmental, Local Government and Architectural.
  • You will be part of a global network of lighting specialists.
  • You will have the opportunity to join or maintain a professional membership.
  • You will have opportunity to gain support to upgrade your professional membership via our internal mentoring system in WSP
  • We work on projects, in a variety of sectors: Transportation and Infrastructure, Active Travel Routes, Commercial, Urban Realm with both strategic road network, local government and private clients.
  • You will have access to regular CPD sessions on a variety of interesting topics and advanced training programs for personal development and internal projects and systems.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

  • Registration with the Engineering Council (EngTech, IEng or CEng) or working towards;
  • Are proficient in the use of Lighting Reality design software and AutoCAD;
  • Have a good general awareness and understanding of electrical design and lighting maintenance operations;
  • Can demonstrate competency and experience in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction;
  • Can work independently, and as part of a team having excellent communication and organisational skills;
  • Shown ability to deliver projects in different sectors.
  • A good knowledge of external lighting products.
  • Knowledge of requirements for trunk and local roads / or an exterior lighting design consultancy ;

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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 69,300 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 & Diversity

We welcome applicants with diverse 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 diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a 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.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. 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.

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