Technical Lead – Engineering Design Manager

WSP USA; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Thrive programme

Gymflex scheme

Chartered status support

Job summary

WSP’s Energy business is expanding its Electricity Transmission & Distribution service line in Ireland and seeks a Technical Lead – Engineering Design Manager to join our Dublin, Naas or Belfast office. The role focuses on developing client relationships, winning work, and leading bids while delivering projects across Ireland.

You will manage design teams, coordinate multidisciplinary inputs, and ensure design quality across FEED and detailed design phases, driving success through delivery and

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status.
• Experience in HV and MV Electrical Design for Ireland's Transmission System including Owners engineer/construction monitoring/supervision roles.
• Management of multi-disciplinary engineering teams including HV cable networks, Protection & Control, Substation Primary Design, Civil Engineering, and Overhead Line Design.
• Proven track record in managing and delivering projects.
• Expertise in managing bids, writing proposals, and winning work.
• Strong client interfacing skills to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams across HV/MV infrastructure to deliver cohesive engineering solutions.
• Establish and lead a capable design team for HV/MV projects.
• Own design management activities with resource planning across FEED and detailed design.
• Coordinate inputs from all technical disciplines and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Provide technical leadership through full project lifecycle from concept to handover.
• Ensure compliance with standards and client specifications, supporting monitoring and assurance.
• Deliver concise progress updates to senior stakeholders highlighting risks and milestones.

Skills

Leadership

Client interfacing

Bid management

Project management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status

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.

WSP’s Energy business is looking to expand its Electricity Transmission & Distribution service line in Ireland and is excited to appoint a Technical Lead – Engineering Design Manager to join our team based out of the Dublin, Naas or Belfast office. This is a fantastic opportunity to spearhead and lead the growth of our business in Ireland, managing existing projects and securing new opportunities in the region.

In this role, you will focus on developing and enhancing relationships with Ireland’s Electricity Network Operators, winning work, and working on bids and proposals. You will also be responsible for project management and project delivery, ensuring the successful completion of projects within the assigned business.

A little more about your role…

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams spanning overhead lines, cables, civil electrical and primary disciplines to deliver cohesive and high-quality engineering solutions.

• Establish, develop, and lead a capable design team focused on HV/MV infrastructure projects.

• Take ownership of design management activities, ensuring appropriate resource planning and deployment across FEED and detailed design phases.

• Coordinate and integrate inputs from all technical disciplines, including overhead lines, cables, civil electrical and primary disciplines.

• Maintain alignment of all design outputs with project objectives, safety requirements, and applicable regulatory frameworks.

• Provide technical leadership and direction throughout the full project lifecycle, from initial concept through to commissioning and handover.

• Oversee adherence to relevant standards and client specifications, supporting monitoring and assurance activities to ensure compliance.

• Deliver clear and concise progress updates to senior stakeholders, outlining key risks, technical issues, mitigation strategies, and achieved milestones.

• Define and control project scope, while managing design delivery during construction, including oversight of Owner’s Engineer and site supervision functions.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status.

• Experience in HV and MV Electrical Design related to Ireland’s Electricity Transmission System delivering projects for Transmission Service Operators (ESB, EirGrid) is preferred, including management of Owners engineer/construction monitoring/ supervision roles.

• Management Skills: Capable of leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including HV cable networks, Protection & Control, Substation Primary Design, Civil Engineering, and Overhead Line (OHL) Design.

• Project Management and Delivery: Proven track record in managing and delivering projects successfully.

• Bid Management and Proposals: Expertise in managing bids, writing proposals, and winning work.

• Client Interfacing: Strong client interfacing skills to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Diversity and Inclusion : We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and therefore you will be part of a team that will include colleagues from across the world. Your unique perspectives will help us drive innovation and foster an inclusive environment.

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.

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.

WHATS 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.