Overview

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As a Civil Design Engineer working within the UK Energy business, you will be responsible for working as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering the power transmission infrastructure that will deliver Net Zero to the UK Energy System. WSP has a significant workload that will offer the opportunity to develop yourself and others over the next decade.

Responsibilities

As Part Of This, You Will Be Responsible For

• Innovative Projects: Work on groundbreaking projects that make a difference. As a Civil Design Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to tackle complex engineering challenges and spearhead initiatives that drive our technology forward.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values creativity and collaboration. We foster an environment where every idea counts, and teamwork is at the heart of our success.
• Career Growth: We believe in investing in our people. You’ll have access to professional development opportunities, mentorship, and clear pathways for career advancement.
• Impactful Leadership: Work as part of a team of engineers and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our colleagues, products and services. Your expertise will directly influence our success.
• State-of-the-Art Resources: Work with the latest tools and technologies you need to innovate and excel in your role.
• 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.

This is an excellent opportunity to…

• Design civil infrastructure for transmission and distribution projects, including substations, transmission towers, and underground cable systems.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using software tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D and REVIT.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to gather data for civil design purposes.
• Perform technical calculations and analysis to ensure the structural integrity and durability of civil infrastructure.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, project managers, and construction teams to integrate civil design requirements into project plans.
• Review and approve design modifications and provide technical support during construction.
• Conduct design reviews and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in civil engineering design and technology.

Qualifications

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• A degree in Civil Engineering
• Extensive experience of foundation design, preferably in the power transmission and distribution space
• Detailed working knowledge of British codes and standards used within the Power sector.
• Experience of working with CAD software such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience of delivering detailed design packages
• Experience of working with clients and contractors with a diverse range of objectives in achieving a technical solution
• Preferable – Attained / working towards chartered engineer status
• Preferable – National Grid BP141 Authorisation

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.

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.

About Us & Benefits

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 the flexibility to work from home two days a week, and opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences and support an inclusive environment.
• Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme and Virtual GP service with access to NHS/Irish Medical Council GP; workplace adjustments; Gymflex scheme; menopause support.
• Flex your time: WSP My Hour to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to adjust time.
• Your development: Training, mentoring, chartership support.
• We Are WSP: Commitment to diversity and inclusion, and supporting employees.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Professional Services