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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 Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/services/mechanical-electrical-and-plumbing

A little more about your role…

• Meeting the requirements of a 'Senior Engineer' grade and have a proven track record in both leading projects for your discipline and for an overall project team. Be able to demonstrate where your personal input has led to the commission being won or successfully delivered

• Able to work using initiative with minimal supervision on all technical aspects of their discipline or have specific specialist experience applicable to the role

• Able to work under the clear direction of the client and interpret the needs of the project as a whole to meet the full delivery needs

• Work in a joint leadership capacity within a mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) discipline team providing design and technical advice in a WSP project manager capacity on a wide range of projects

• Supervise the completion of detailed designs and supervise the work of others in this function

• Consider the feasibility of the project specific to the discipline and lead the overall feasibility study for the project

• Take responsibility for and direct others in the production of detailed and performance specification for the discipline subject to review by colleagues prior to issue

• Regularly brief the project team, including explaining the appointment

• Reviewing design programmes and ensuring that sufficient resource is available to complete the works

Your Team

• Our team is comprised of 35 engineers working across the Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health specialisms

• Our team is split across our Brighton, Southampton, Heathrow, Basingstoke and Guildford sites giving the flexibility or work in either location on any given day. Many of our team choose to alternate the office they work in to suit personal and client needs.

• As part of our team, you would be working on some of our major projects including Gatwick and Heathrow Airports, Royal Berkshire Hospital and several public and private sector client sites.

• You will be reporting to our Technical Director for Mechanical engineering.

• You will be able to utilise graduate, assistant, senior and principal engineers in supporting roles around you, as well as dedicated BIM and Sustainability specialists to contribute to your projects.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Working towards Chartership via an Engineering Council accredited honours degree or specific experience.

• Degree in Building services Engineering or applicable discipline. Or relevant equivalent experience.

• Working towards IET Engineer or Chartered Building Services Engineer.

Key Technical Requirements

• Have a detailed understanding of the regulations applicable to the discipline and how to demonstrate this through calculation.

• Have working understanding of latest electrical design software packages to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.

• Have an ability to sketch and communicate technical detail graphically and effectively

• Have the ability to engage with clients and contractors in technical discussions and debates.

• Have understanding of working with RevitMEP or other 3D design software to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.

Electrical Design Skills:

• Low voltage distribution systems

• Low voltage standby generation

• UPS systems

• Cable calculations (via software and by hand)

• Lighting calculations (via software and by hand)

• Small power

• Fire alarms

• Intruder detection

• Access control & security systems

• Disabled call systems

• Data cabling and outlets

• Lightning protection

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.

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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.