Lighting Engineer

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance with hybrid working policy

Health & Wellbeing programs

Development and training opportunities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a skilled lighting professional in Manchester to join a dynamic team dedicated to innovative projects. The role involves liaising with colleagues, producing detailed designs, and engaging with clients and industry partners.

Candidates should be proficient in lighting design software and have a solid understanding of external standards. WSP offers a flexible hybrid working policy, focusing on employee wellbeing and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of external lighting standards, guidance, legislation and regulations.
• Experience working within the Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with colleagues and stakeholders within various teams.
• Production of detailed design layouts and engineering drawings.
• Support with feasibility reports and technical documentation.

Skills

Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software

AutoCAD

Knowledge of external lighting standards

Communication and organizational skills

Competency in lighting design

Awareness of electrical design

Education

Membership of relevant professional organization

EngTech registration with the Engineering Council

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.

Role Overview

• 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 RFIs and TQs.
• 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.

Team and Collaboration

• Join a growing, multi‑disciplinary, energetic team of lighting professionals highly regarded within the industry, including Electrical and EV, Environmental, Local Government, Architectural, and the Strategic Road Network specialisms.
• Be part of a global network of lighting specialists and experts.
• Access to professional membership opportunities, mentorship and CPD sessions on a variety of topics.
• Work on projects across sectors such as Commercial, Urban Realm, Transportation and Infrastructure, with national and local government and private clients.

Requirements

• Proficient in the use of 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.
• Competency and experience in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction.
• Good understanding of central management systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience working within the Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors.
• Good knowledge of external lighting products.
• Membership of a relevant professional organisation and EngTech registration with the Engineering Council.

Benefits

• Work‑life balance: hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: commitment to diversity and inclusion, employee resource groups, and an inclusive workplace culture.
• Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and comprehensive menopause support package.
• Flex your time: “WSP My Hour” allows one hour each day for personal activities with flexible make‑up.
• Part‑time and flexible working arrangements, option to purchase additional leave, and ability to use bank holiday entitlement.
• Development and training: supportive environment that invests in growth through training, mentoring, and chartership opportunities.

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.

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.