Assistant Electrical Engineer (Building Services)

WSP; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm where you can make a significant impact on landmark projects. As an Assistant Engineer, you will work alongside a talented team in Cardiff, focusing on electrical engineering within building services. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse projects while developing your skills in a supportive environment. The company values innovation and integrity, providing a culture that encourages personal growth and work-life balance. Embrace the chance to shape your career and contribute to a better future for communities worldwide.

Benefits

Work-life balance initiatives

Flexible working arrangements

Health & Wellbeing programs

Gymflex scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee resource groups

Unlimited access to NHS doctor

Comprehensive menopause support package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an electrical engineer in building services.
• Understanding of UK and European regulations for project execution.
• Ability to sketch and communicate technical details effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision on technical aspects of projects.
• Complete detailed design and performance specifications.
• Review design programmes and ensure resource availability.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Technical Communication

Project Feasibility Assessment

Design Specification

Low Voltage Systems

Cable Calculations

Lighting Calculations

Fire Alarm Systems

Intruder Detection

Data Cabling

Education

BEng/BSc/MEng in Engineering

CIBSE/IET accredited degree

Working towards I Eng or C Eng status

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Electrical Design Software

Job description

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.

A little more about your role…

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Meeting the requirements of an ' Assistant Engineer' grade and have a proven track record of working on projects for your discipline as part of the overall project team.
2. Able to work using their own initiative with supervision on all technical aspects of their discipline.
3. Able to work under the clear direction of the discipline lead or the client and interpret the needs of the project as a whole to meet the full delivery needs.
4. Consider the feasibility of the project specific to the discipline.
5. Proficient in completing detailed design and performance specification for the discipline subject to review by colleagues prior to issue and providing design and technical advice with a multidisciplinary approach on a wide range of projects.
6. Review and input where required to the detailed design programme and ensure that sufficient resource is available to complete the works.

YOUR TEAM - The Cardiff office

1. You will be joining a team with a strong forward workload / order book stretching into the middle of next year.
2. You will be growing a growing team with lots of medium term opportunities for career progression.
3. You will work closely with likeminded individuals on exciting and challenging projects.
4. Building Services in Cardiff consists of 20 mechanical, electrical, and public health engineers as well as sustainability consultants who form part of the National MEP Team of nearly 400 MEP engineers.
5. We make extraordinary efforts to attract, develop, engage and retain the best professionals in our fields of expertise because this is what makes us great.
6. We put the highest ethical standards at the centre of all we do, and professionalism is inherent in our offering.
7. You will be based in our Cardiff office, offering easy commuting options via Cardiff Central and Queen Street Train Station (10mins walk) and access into Cardiff City Centre within a 5 minute walk.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

Key Technical Requirements:

1. Experience as an electrical engineer in building services.
2. Having an understanding of the UK and European regulations applicable to the discipline and how to demonstrate this in project execution.
3. Have working understanding of latest electrical design software packages to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.
4. Have understanding of working with Revit MEP or other 3D design software to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.
5. Have an ability to sketch and communicate technical detail graphically and effectively.
6. Have working knowledge of AutoCAD to allow the allocation / direction of work on projects.
7. Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC).

Electrical Design Skills:

1. Low voltage distribution systems.
2. Low voltage standby generation.
3. UPS systems.
4. Cable calculations (via software and by hand).
5. Lighting calculations (via software and by hand).
6. Small power.
7. Fire alarms.
8. Intruder detection.
9. Access control & security systems.
10. Disabled call systems.
11. Data cabling and outlets.
12. Lightning protection.

Qualifications:

1. BEng/Bsc/MEng in applicable engineering discipline.
2. CIBSE / IET / Engineering Council accredited honours degree or specific experience that will lead to Chartership.
3. Working towards I Eng or C Eng status.
4. RevitMEP training applied to the discipline.

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.