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What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you.
Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work
with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
To find out more about our Rail business click on the following link and
discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/hubs/transit
We are seeking an enthusiastic Engineer/Senior Engineer – E&P – Fixed Plant to
join our expanding Rail Engineering Services team to lead and support the wider
team on the technical delivery for a number of our diverse portfolio of rail
engineering projects across the UK and Internationally.
You will be a dedicated team player who has the initiative to be pro-active in
their approach, experienced and takes responsibility to deliver, both on time
and within budget. You will be someone who applies an analytical approach to
problem solving and works with a positive can-do attitude.
In undertaking this role you will:
• Lead the Fixed Plant aspects within larger multi-disciplinary technical teams
for a number of our projects and support resolution of complex technical
problems
• Oversee and co-ordinate the development of Fixed Plant designs across all
stages of the design lifecycle
• With support from the wider technical team, provide technical advice to both
internal company disciplines as well as clients.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships to achieve desired project
outcomes
• Potential to undertake CRE roles as required in accordance with
NR/L2/INI/02009
• Provide guidance, support and mentorship to Early Career Professionals
YOUR TEAM
You will work on exciting and inspiring projects for a variety of Infrastructure
Owners, National and Local Governments, Public and Private Sector clients
including Network Rail, TfGM, Translink & Iarnród Éireann , Regional Transport
Bodies and Contractors together with Overseas Clients. You will be part of a
Fixed Plant Team, within our Electrification and Plant (E&P) Service Line, that
gets involved in asset renewals and new Fixed Plant infrastructure through all
stages of design.
You will be part of a team of professionally qualified, talented and diverse
individuals that work great together on the design and integration of Fixed
Plant systems and sub-systems including:
• Fixed Plant Development Design, equivalent to the early ES Network Rail
Levels, leading to Approval in Outline (AiO) and subsequently Approval in
Principle (AiP).
• Fixed Plant Detailed Design, equivalent to Network Rail Level ES5, suitable
for Approved for Construction (AFC) Level.
• Application of the latest Industry Standards, and particularly BS 7671 and
NR/L2/ELP/21085, as appropriate, in the design of Railway Signalling Power,
Lineside LV Power, Points Heating, Earthing and Bonding, Lighting and Station
Electrical Systems
• Electrical Circuit Diagrams and Calculations.
• Production, on the behalf of Clients, of Fixed Plant Requirement Documents.
• Review, on the behalf of Clients, of Fixed Plant Specifications and Designs
produced by others
We are actively seeking recognised Engineers who have previous experience in the
Railway Fixed Plant discipline
What we would be looking for you to demonstrate...
• Experience in delivery of more than one of the areas of expertise listed
above.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies
to detailed design and implementation.
• An ability to manage multiple workstreams, balancing priorities, making value
and delivery judgements / decisions to meet or exceed our client’s
expectations.
• Technical knowledge to be able to challenge individuals and teams on outputs
and deliverables
• A chartered professional, or working towards chartership, with a relevant
Institution and a track record of mentoring and developing staff.
• Experience of undertaking CRE roles or competency to do so.
• Understanding of Client Engineering assurance processes
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an
even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the
best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
With us, you can. Apply today.
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.
WHAT’S 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.