Lighting Engineers - Engineer to Principal Engineer Grades
WSP
Birmingham, England, United KingdomPosted 4 days ago
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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.
Our Lighting and Energy Solutions (L&ES) business provides comprehensive
lighting and electrical engineering design and advisory services for all aspects
of light, lighting and low-voltage energy. We work with clients across public
and private sectors, locally and internationally. To find out more about our
L&ES business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at
WSP: Lighting and Energy Solutions | WSP
[https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/services/lighting-and-energy-solutions]
The team are located across the UK and our key locations include: Birmingham,
Cardiff, Glasgow, Hertfordshire, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester,
Newcastle, Southampton and Brighton.
A little more about your role…
We have a number of opportunities for Lighting Engineers from Engineer up to
Principal Engineer level to provide support to our Local Government and
Strategic Road Network capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
• Production of detailed design layouts, engineering detailed drawings and
support documentation in accordance with WSPs Quality Assurance and client
requirements.
• Preparation of feasibility reports and technical notes, optioneering reports
and specifications.
• Engagement with luminaire, column, controls and electrical manufacturers
• Co-ordination with contractors including site support, responding to RFI’s
and TQ’s.
• Completion of non-intrusive site visits to support the development of
lighting assessments and site clearance drawings.
• Support with the development of project proposals and progress against agreed
programme milestones and budget constraints.
• Liaison with Local Authority and Strategic Road Network clients building
strong working relationships.
• Analyse/Evaluate Clients briefs and offer expert guidance and tailored
support.
• Liaison with colleagues within the Lighting and Energy Solutions team, wider
multi-disciplinary design teams, stakeholders and clients.
• Guide junior team members and Early Career Professionals on their career
journeys
• Represent WSP within the lighting industry, fostering industry relationships
and driving business development.
Your team…
• You will be joining a growing, multi-disciplinary, energetic team of lighting
professionals that is highly regarded within the industry, which includes the
following specialisms: Electrical and EV, Environmental, Local Government,
Architectural and the Strategic Road Network.
• You will be part of a global network of lighting specialists and experts.
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You will have the opportunity to join or maintain a professional membership.
Mentorship can be provided by team members to assist with upgrades of
membership.
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You will have access to regular CPD sessions on a variety of interesting
topics.
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You will have access to advanced training programs for personal development.
• We work on projects, in a variety of sectors: Commercial, Urban Realm,
Transportation and Infrastructure, with national and local government and
private clients.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…
• Proficient in the use of Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software
and AutoCAD
• A strong understanding of external lighting standards, guidance, legislation
and regulations
• A good general awareness and understanding of electrical design and lighting
maintenance operations
• Can demonstrate competency in lighting design from conception through to
issue for construction with experience in the use of Lighting Reality or
Dialux lighting design software and AutoCAD
• Can work independently, and as part of a team having excellent communication
and organisational skills
• Capable of coaching and developing junior members of the team
• Experience in working within the Local Government or Strategic Road Network
sectors
• A good knowledge of external lighting products
• Have a membership of a relevant professional organisation, having
achieved IEng / CEng status for more Senior roles or be working towards this
for more junior positions
For more senior roles you will also be able to demonstrate:
• Experience in leading projects and teams and should be confident in a
management capacity
• Risk awareness both in terms of CDM and financial risk with the ability to
manage or mitigate accordingly
• The ability to coach and develop junior members of the team
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.
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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.