Electrical Engineer – Lighting & Energy Solutions (Hybrid)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Diversity and inclusion

Health & wellbeing programmes

Flexible benefit options

Structured professional development &

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Lighting & Energy Solutions team in Manchester. You will support low voltage electrical design and consultancy, working within a multi-disciplinary group on a range of UK projects and developing your technical knowledge.

You will gain hands-on experience across EV infrastructure, renewable energy systems and urban regeneration while contributing to safe, compliant designs and progressing toward professional registration with

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• An interest in low voltage electrical systems and infrastructure projects.
• Some experience of electrical design, engineering consultancy, construction, maintenance or technical assurance activities.
• A willingness to learn and develop technical skills across the transportation, energy and EV infrastructure sectors.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to manage your own workload and contribute positively to project delivery.
• An understanding of, or interest in developing knowledge of, relevant standards and regulations.
• Working towards professional registration with the Engineering Council (IEng or CEng) and membership of a relevant professional institution.
• City & Guilds 18th Edition Wiring Regulations desirable but not essential.
• Experience with relevant software (e.g. AutoCAD, Trimble Amtech ProDesign, ElectricalOM) beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of electrical design work, supporting the development of safe, compliant and buildable solutions.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, reports and technical documentation under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Support feasibility studies, design development and technical assurance activities across a range of projects.
• Assist with design reviews and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with relevant standards and client requirements.
• Participate in project meetings, workshops and site visits, recording actions and supporting project delivery.
• Coordinate with colleagues from other disciplines to contribute to integrated design solutions.
• Develop an understanding of project risks, safety considerations and CDM requirements.
• Support the preparation of bids, proposals and technical submissions where appropriate.
• Build your knowledge of industry standards, design tools and best practice through structured training and project experience.

Skills

Electrical design

Low voltage systems

Power distribution

Project teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Pursuing IEng or CEng accreditation

Tools

AutoCAD

Trimble Amtech ProDesign

ElectricalOM

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Lighting & Energy Solutions team in Manchester. You will support low voltage electrical design and consultancy, working within a multi-disciplinary group on a range of UK projects and developing your technical knowledge.

You will gain hands-on experience across EV infrastructure, renewable energy systems and urban regeneration while contributing to safe, compliant designs and progressing toward professional registration with