Digital Infrastructure Design - Senior Engineer

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Inclusive culture

Health & wellbeing support

Gymflex scheme

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their Intelligent Infrastructure team in Birmingham. The role involves working on roadside infrastructure design, where you'll engage in collaborative projects and mentor junior staff.

Applicants should have a degree in engineering or relevant experience, and knowledge in related domains such as power and communications is essential. The position supports professional development and offers a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• A degree in an engineering discipline or relevant experience in technology design.
• Working towards professional registration or professionally registered with an accredited institute.
• Domain knowledge in power, communications, electrical, electronics, or highway design.

Responsibilities

• Engage in design tasks related to roadside infrastructure.
• Collaborate efficiently with the team and share ideas.
• Mentor and support junior staff through knowledge sharing.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of design tools

Education

Degree in engineering or relevant experience

Job description

Senior Engineer – Intelligent Infrastructure

WSP is looking for a Senior Engineer to join our industry‑leading Intelligent Infrastructure team. We are expanding our Digital Infrastructure Design Capability and seek individuals who are enthusiastic about digital technologies and design methodologies.

You will work on roadside infrastructure design, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior staff, and driving innovative digital solutions.

Responsibilities

• Engage in design tasks related to roadside infrastructure, learning all aspects of digital design.
• Collaborate efficiently with the team, share ideas, provide support, and address gaps.
• Mentor and support junior staff through knowledge sharing and active participation.
• Apply strong problem‑solving skills, navigate ambiguous situations, and escalation issues to senior staff when needed.

Qualifications

• A degree in an engineering discipline or relevant experience in technology design.
• Working towards professional registration or professionally registered with an accredited institute.
• Domain knowledge in power, communications, electrical, electronics, or highway design.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Understanding of roadside infrastructure and design standards.
• Ability to carry out design processes, including use of design tools.
• Experience working as part of a team in delivering designs or schemes.
• Collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy: work from home up to two days per week.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity and authenticity.
• Health & wellbeing support, including a virtual GP service and the Thrive programme.
• Gymflex scheme (up to 40% off gym memberships) and a comprehensive menopause support package.
• Flexibility: WSP My Hour for daily personal activity time, part‑time and flexible arrangements, and additional leave options.
• Professional development opportunities: training, mentoring, and access to Chartership.

Equal Opportunities

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.