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We are seeking an enthusiastic Engineer / Assistant Engineer / Senior Engineer based in our Edinburgh office. You will be involved in:

• Producing drawings and design models to support planning & technical applications and construction.
• Supporting the team in design elements for various development opportunities.
• Being active on several projects and client accounts at any given time.

You will report to a Principal Engineer or Associate. The Edinburgh office is located in Edinburgh Park and offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and projects, both locally in Edinburgh and beyond, such as:

• Supporting our work on major infrastructure developments across the UK such as Monklands Regeneration Project, West Town Residential Development.
• Providing a range of highway and civil engineering services from feasibility to detailed design through various public and private sector contracts.
• Contributing to drainage, earthworks, utilities and highway designs on small to large private residential schemes, or major educational, leisure, healthcare, energy and commercial developments.
• Delivering high quality public realm improvement works in major urban centres to enhance streetscape and create healthier, more pedestrian and cycle friendly sustainable public spaces.

Our Development team specialises in providing sustainable development infrastructure solutions from planning, through to full implementation. We provide advice to private and public sector clients on planning and design issues relating to Highways, Public Realm, Sewerage, SUDS, Building Drainage, Earthworks, Flood Protection and Utilities Coordination/Diversion on Residential, Retail, Industrial, Commercial, Educational and Healthcare Developments in the UK. The team also works closely with other WSP disciplines on high profile major multi-disciplinary projects.

All staff are encouraged and assisted to progress their training towards Engineering Technician (EngTech), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the ICE, IHT, CIWEM or equivalent Engineering organisations; and staff will benefit from internal and external training opportunities provided.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Skills to prepare detailed drawings and undertake 3D modelling in AutoCAD/Civils 3D, or similar software.
• Skills to prepare detailed drawings and undertake foul and surface water drainage modelling in InfoDrainage, or similar software.
• A track record in producing high quality engineering drawings to company and industry standards with the ability to manage the delivery of high-volume drawing production.
• ONC/HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering (or in training towards) with experience in highway, utilities or drainage projects.
• An understanding of highway, utilities and drainage design principles (layout, etc.) and a willingness to learn design skills using the latest industry software.
• Basic knowledge of BIM standards and protocols.
• Ability to work across the team in producing designs and drawings.
• Good written and spoken communication skills are important to engage effectively with co-professionals and be able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to seek clarity of instructions, check own work before submitting for approval, and meet timescales for items of work.

You must be eligible to achieve security clearance.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

About Us
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.

What’s in it for you?

• Work-life balance
  Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging
  We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We promote a culture of inclusion and respect, with employee resource groups to support a diverse workforce.
• Health & Wellbeing
  We offer tools and programmes to support health and wellbeing, including a Virtual GP service and reasonable workplace adjustments. Benefits include gym discounts and menopause support where eligible.
• Flex your time
  WSP My Hour allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to adjust time worked. We offer part-time and flexible arrangements, and other leave options.
• Your development
  We invest in training and development, mentoring, and Chartered status pathways.

#WeAreWSP
We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of background. We are a Disability Confident employer and will interview all disabled applicants who meet essential criteria; please let us know if you require workplace adjustments.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Professional Services