Lighting Engineer

WSP USA; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

CPD sessions

Mentorship

Chartership support

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Lighting Designer to join our Lighting and Energy Solutions team in the UK. You will contribute to detailed design layouts, technical drawings and client-ready documentation across Commercial, Urban Realm, Transportation and Infrastructure sectors.

Join a multidisciplinary team with global reach, CPD opportunities, mentorship, and pathways to Chartership. The role supports hybrid working and flexible development within a renowned engineering practice.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of external lighting standards, guidance, legislation and regulations.
• General awareness and understanding of electrical design and lighting maintenance operations.
• Experience in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction.
• Good understanding of central management systems.
• Can work independently, and as part of a team with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience in Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors.
• Knowledge of external lighting products.
• Membership of Eng Tech with the Engineering Council.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with colleagues within the Lighting and Energy Solutions team, wider multi-disciplinary design teams, stakeholders and clients.
• Production of detailed design layouts, engineering detailed drawings and support documentation in accordance with WSPs Quality Assurance and client requirements.
• Support with the preparation of feasibility reports and technical notes, optioneering reports and specifications.
• Engagement with luminaire, column, controls and electrical manufacturers.
• Co-ordination with contractors including site support, responding to RFI’s and TQ’s.
• Completion of non-intrusive site visits to support the development of lighting assessments and site clearance drawings.
• Support with the development of project proposals and progress against agreed programme milestones and budget constraints.
• Assist with the engagement of Local Authority and Strategic Road Network clients building strong working relationships.
• Support Early Career Professionals on their career journeys.
• Represent WSP within the lighting industry, fostering industry relationships and driving business development.

Skills

Lighting design

Lighting Reality

Dialux

AutoCAD

External lighting standards

Electrical design basics

Central management systems

Independent / team work

Local Government / SRN experience

Lighting products knowledge

Eng Tech registration

Tools

Lighting Reality

Dialux

AutoCAD

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…

• Liaison with colleagues within the Lighting and Energy Solutions team, wider multi-disciplinary design teams, stakeholders and clients.

• Production of detailed design layouts, engineering detailed drawings and support documentation in accordance with WSPs Quality Assurance and client requirements.

• Support with the preparation of feasibility reports and technical notes, optioneering reports and specifications.

• Engagement with luminaire, column, controls and electrical manufacturers

• Co-ordination with contractors including site support, responding to RFI’s and TQ’s.

• Completion of non-intrusive site visits to support the development of lighting assessments and site clearance drawings.

• Support with the development of project proposals and progress against agreed programme milestones and budget constraints.

• Assist with the engagement of Local Authority and Strategic Road Network clients building strong working relationships.

• Support Early Career Professionals on their career journeys

• Represent WSP within the lighting industry, fostering industry relationships and driving business development.

Your team…

• You will be joining a growing, multi-disciplinary, energetic team of lighting professionals that is highly regarded within the industry, which includes the following specialisms: Electrical and EV, Environmental, Local Government, Architectural and the Strategic Road Network.

• You will be part of a global network of lighting specialists and experts.

• You will have the opportunity to join or maintain a professional membership. Mentorship can be provided by team members to assist with upgrades of membership.

• You will have access to regular CPD sessions on a variety of interesting topics.

• You will have access to advanced training programs for personal development.

• We work on projects, in a variety of sectors: Commercial, Urban Realm, Transportation and Infrastructure, with national and local government and private clients.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Proficient in the use of Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software and AutoCAD

• A strong understanding of external lighting standards, guidance, legislation and regulations

• Have general awareness and understanding of electrical design and lighting maintenance operations

• Can demonstrate competency and experience in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction

• A good understanding of central management systems

• Can work independently, and as part of a team having excellent communication and organisational skills

• Experience in working within the Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors

• A good knowledge of external lighting products

• Have a membership of a relevant professional organisation, having achieved Eng Tech registration with the Engineering Council

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.

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 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.

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.