Lighting Engineers - Engineer to Principal Engineer Grades

WSP USA; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

CPD sessions

Mentorship

Job summary

WSP’s Lighting and Energy Solutions (L&ES) team is seeking Lighting Engineers at multiple levels to support Local Government and SRN capabilities. The role offers exposure to diverse projects, mentoring, and opportunities to advance within a global engineering network.

You will work on detailed designs, feasibility studies, and coordinate with manufacturers and contractors, while liaising with authorities and driving project success.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Lighting Reality or Dialux and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of external lighting standards and regulations.
• Experience in lighting design from conception to construction.
• Able to work independently and in a team; strong communication.
• Experience in Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors.
• Membership in a relevant professional organization (IEng/CEng) or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed lighting design layouts and drawings.
• Prepare feasibility reports and specifications.
• Engage with luminaire, column, controls and electrical manufacturers.
• Coordinate with contractors and respond to RFIs and TQs.
• Complete non-intrusive site visits to support lighting assessments.
• Support development of project proposals and monitoring milestones and budget.
• Liaise with Local Authority and SRN clients.
• Coach junior team members and act as mentor.

Skills

Lighting design software

AutoCAD

Electrical design

Team leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Education

IEng/CEng status

Tools

Lighting Reality

Dialux

AutoCAD

Job description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

Our Lighting and Energy Solutions (L&ES) business provides comprehensive lighting and electrical engineering design and advisory services for all aspects of light, lighting and low-voltage energy. We work with clients across public and private sectors, locally and internationally. To find out more about our L&ES business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Lighting and Energy Solutions | WSP

The team are located across the UK and our key locations include: Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Hertfordshire, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Southampton and Brighton.

A little more about your role…

We have a number of opportunities for Lighting Engineers from Engineer up to Principal Engineer level to provide support to our Local Government and Strategic Road Network capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

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

• 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.

• Liaison with Local Authority and Strategic Road Network clients building strong working relationships.

• Analyse/Evaluate Clients briefs and offer expert guidance and tailored support.

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

• Guide junior team members and 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

• A good general awareness and understanding of electrical design and lighting maintenance operations

• Can demonstrate competency in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction with experience in the use of Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software and AutoCAD

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

• Capable of coaching and developing junior members of the team

• 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 IEng / CEng status for more Senior roles or be working towards this for more junior positions For more senior roles you will also be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in leading projects and teams and should be confident in a management capacity

• Risk awareness both in terms of CDM and financial risk with the ability to manage or mitigate accordingly

• The ability to coach and develop junior members of the team

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can.

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We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 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 11,000 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 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.