Systems and Infrastructure (Intelligent Infrastructure) Speculative Opportunities

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Gymflex

Thrive programme

Mentoring & chartership

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking experienced professionals to join the Systems & Infrastructure group within Intelligent Infrastructure. The role focuses on advisory and design services that make transportation and infrastructure cleaner, safer and more enjoyable through technology.

You will work across Connectivity, Cyber Security, Data & Architecture, Digital Infrastructure Design and Systems, applying systems thinking to deliver high-quality consultancy projects in transport and public

Qualifications

• Evidence of a technical background with a relevant qualification in one of the technical areas above.

Skills

Connectivity

Cyber Security

Data & Architecture

Digital Infrastructure Design

Systems

Education

Degree or equivalent in a technical area

Job description

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.

About the Role

The Systems & Infrastructure group of Intelligent Infrastructure provides high‑value advisory and design services that make transportation and infrastructure cleaner, safer and more enjoyable through technology.

Areas of Expertise

• Connectivity – business and technical advice on solutions that interconnect applications and devices, including 4G/5G, LPWAN, Unified Communications, WAN and Fibre.
• Cyber Security – support clients operating Critical National Infrastructure across non‑classical IT, IoT and mixed environments.
• Data and Architecture – advise on what is possible and use analytics and data science to deliver objectives, leveraging domain expertise across business, application and technology layers.
• Digital Infrastructure Design – use data in digital models so that geographic and technical constraints are addressed before implementation.
• Systems – apply systems engineering and systems thinking to the specification, procurement, verification and validation of operational technology systems.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Evidence of a technical background with a relevant qualification (degree or equivalent) in one of the technical areas above.
• Experience delivering high‑quality consultancy‑style projects in connectivity, cyber security, data architecture, digital infrastructure design or systems.
• Experience working as a client, consultant or contractor, ideally within transport, public sector or high‑risk environments.
• Professional registration or equivalent industry experience is an added recognition.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy: work from home up to two days a week with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices.
• Work‑life balance initiatives including “WSP My Hour” and flexible working arrangements.
• Health & Wellbeing support through the Thrive programme, virtual GP service and comprehensive benefits such as Gymflex and menopause support.
• Team culture that encourages inclusion, belonging and development through training, mentoring and chartership opportunities.

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.