Overview

OHL (Overhead Line) Engineer (Energy) – WSP, UK & Ireland.

What you will do

• Provide technical evaluations and problem-solving guidance to team members.
• Prepare written proposals outlining project scope, timeline, resources, budget, objectives, and goals.
• Offer technical guidance throughout project implementation, statutory planning, and public consultation events.
• Lead engineering and design activities for overhead lines, including PLS-CADD modelling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, design criteria, sag-tension calculations, insulator/conductor considerations, swing angles, damper systems, structure spotting, clearance reports, conductor and insulator selection, etc.
• Conduct feasibility studies, perform conductor thermal ratings, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Identify technically preferred solutions/layouts for client consideration.
• Participate in industry working groups (e.g., CIGRE, IEEE).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent; preferably Electrical or Power engineering.
• Experience in overhead line engineering up to 400kV.
• Experience on upgrading projects (e.g., High Temperature Low Sag conductors).
• Desirable: PLS CADD/POLE/TOWER.
• Knowledge of galloping studies, EMF/Field Effects calculations, wake effects, and AC interference for gas pipelines is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel as projects dictate.

What we offer

• Work-life balance with hybrid working from home two days a week and modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusive culture with opportunities for development and Chartership.
• Health & Wellbeing programs, including Thrive and Virtual GP; Gymflex discounts; menopause support.
• Flexible time options, part-time and flexible working, additional leave purchase, and adaptable holiday usage.

About Us

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm with 72,800 employees worldwide and 9,000+ professionals across the UK and Ireland, committed to innovation, integrity, and inclusion.

EEO statement: We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 advise if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.