Electrical Engineer (Principal/ Associate) - Rail

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Gym membership discounts

Health and wellbeing programs

Flexible working hours

Job summary

A leading engineering and professional services firm is seeking a candidate for multi-disciplinary Rail projects, focusing on energy-efficient and sustainable Electrical designs. You will collaborate with a skilled MEP team and industry experts, ensuring project milestones are met while contributing to impactful projects like HS2. Ideal applicants should have electrical building services experience in Rail, problem-solving skills, and preferably Chartered Engineer status. Join a supportive community dedicated to making a difference.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in complex projects.
• Experience in electrical systems specifically for Rail or similar projects.
• Chartered Engineer status is preferred.
• Electrical building services experience in rail or similar projects.

Responsibilities

• Work on multi-disciplinary Infrastructure/Rail projects.
• Ensure project milestones are met.
• Collaborate with industry-leading Contractors on final Testing and Handover.
• Support projects through all stages from design to testing and handover.
• Engage with HS2, Network Rail and LU clients and ensure milestones are met.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Electrical Building services experience in Rail

Experience in multi-disciplinary environments

Chartered engineer status

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.

To find out more about our Rail business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/hubs/transit

A Little More About Your Role…

• Working on multi-disciplinary Infrastructure / Rail projects
• Opportunity to contribute and develop energy efficient and sustainable Electrical design
• Opportunity to work with industry expert colleagues on various projects
• Opportunity to works on all size and stages of the projects
• Working on Rail projects mainly with HS2, Networkrail and LU clients
• Working as part of the MEP team whcih consists of 70 team members of all levels
• Working as part of a very professional and supportive team.
• Ensure project milestones are met.
• Problem solving and working in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Work with industry leading Contractors on Detail design and take the project to final Testing, Commissioning and Handover phase.
• This role report to Technical Director – MEP

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Problem solving skills.
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environments
• Chartered engineer status.
• Electrical Building services experience in Rail or similar projects

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 72,800 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 & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied 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 a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our 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. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. 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.