Civil & Structural Resident Engineer (Energy)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Flexible hours

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Civil & Structural Resident Engineer to join their Energy team in Birmingham. The role involves conducting site visits and inspections primarily within HV substations to ensure compliance with safety and design standards.

The successful candidate will produce detailed reports, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate with diverse teams, showcasing strong engineering expertise and a commitment to energy transmission and distribution projects. A hybrid working policy and flexibility are also offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural engineering.
• Experience with electricity infrastructure, ideally NG substations.
• Familiarity with construction sites and design experience.
• CSCS/EUSR certification.
• NG Persons registration.
• Experience with DH15 reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and inspections for HV substations.
• Prepare risk assessments and liaise with site owners.
• Engage with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed reports including photos and sketches.

Skills

Visual inspection

Risk assessment preparation

Method statement development

Liaising with contractors

On-site testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural engineering

Job description

Overview

As a Civil & Structural Resident Engineer, you will support the Energy Civil & Structural team through site visits and inspections, primarily within HV substations, to assess infrastructure and ensure compliance with safety and design standards. You will produce detailed reports, develop risk assessments and method statements, collaborate with designers and assessors, and engage with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Site visits and site inspections on behalf of the Energy Civil & Structural team.
• Visual inspection of civil and structural infrastructure – primarily in HV substations.
• Prepare risk assessments and method statements, liaising with other disciplines and site owners.
• Accompany others during site visits, especially those less familiar with the site.
• Prepare detailed site visit reports, including photography, descriptions, sketches, Word documents and Excel reports.
• Provide input to designers and DH15 assessors through reporting and attending design review meetings.
• Engage in discussions with clients, contractors, and other disciplines (e.g., HV plant designers).

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural engineering.
• Experience in electricity infrastructure, ideally NG substations.
• Familiarity with construction sites, ideally with design experience.
• CSCS/EUSR (or equivalent) certification.
• NG Persons (previously National Grid BESC) registration.
• Experience with DH15 reports.
• Experience with on-site destructive and non‑destructive testing.
• Willingness to travel to sites, including overnight stays if required.

Experience within the energy transmission and distribution sector, major infrastructure, or industrial projects is highly desirable. Exposure to substation design, regulated environments, or projects requiring independent verification and certification would be particularly advantageous.

Benefits

Work‑life balance: Hybrid working policy, flexible hours, “WSP My Hour” program.

Inclusivity & belonging: Supportive culture, employee resource groups, reasonable adjustments.

Health & wellbeing: Thrive programme, virtual GP service, Gymflex scheme, menopause support package.

Part‑time and flexible working arrangements, additional leave options, and bank holiday entitlement flexibility.

EEO Statement

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.