WSP in the UK & Ireland
Assistant Engineer/Engineer - Pavements
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Assistant Engineer/Engineer - Pavements
Engineer/Assistant Engineer – Pavement Engineering
At WSP
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About the Role
At WSP, we empower you to grow, innovate, and shape meaningful careers in a global firm that champions integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Join a team delivering world-class pavement projects, both in the UK and internationally, and collaborate with a diverse, talented group to broaden your expertise and impact.
You’ll assist in delivering pavement projects, ranging from investigation and design to on-site supervision, while contributing to meaningful infrastructure that supports communities.
Key Responsibilities
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Supporting Design & Project Delivery
- Generate pavement investigation reports, designs, and site supervision reports.
- Conduct road inspections and provide treatment recommendations based on technical expertise.
- Applying pavement design, maintenance, and construction principles across projects.
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Technical & Engineering Assistance
- Offer technical support to senior engineers in design teams, including cost estimation and project programming.
- Develop drawings using AutoCAD and pavement designs in Civil 3D, adhering to DMRB and MCHW standards.
- Draft contract documentation and technical reports, including drawings and calculations.
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Client & Cross-Team Collaboration
- Liaise with clients and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Support Graduate Engineers and Apprentices through mentorship and hands-on learning.
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- Quality & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with WSP’s management systems, including health & safety, project management, and risk management.
What We Need
You’ll be part of a high-performing pavement engineering team delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will:
- Show proven expertise in pavement engineering, including road and airfield designs.
- Have experience with UK design methodologies, such as MCHW/DMRB, and pavement maintenance standards.
- Understand material behaviour, failure mechanisms, and asset management principles.
- Be a self-motivated overachiever, driven by professional growth and making an impact.
Requirements
- Knowledge with technical processes:
- Hands-on experience in pavement engineering investigations, design, and project delivery.
- UK pavement practice familiarity—critical understanding of DMRB standards, harbour walls, and maintenance strategies.
- Strong grasp of material properties, road asset management, and failure dynamics.
- Ability to work confidently with clients and senior staff across project lifecycles.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
- Professional Incorporated/Chartered status pursuit at ICE, CIHT, or comparable institutions.
- National Highways Accredited Pavement Engineer certification (desirable).
- Experience with non-DMRB pavement design (advantageous).
What Our Team Offers You
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At WSP, you’ll contribute to landmark projects globally while growing in meaningful, collaborative environments.
Why WSP?
✅ Shape Your Career – Join an industry leader in engineering and professional services, driven by impact and innovation.
✅ Work-Life Balance Flexibility
- Hybrid working model: 2 days remote to balance productivity with personal time.
- Flexible hours (e.g., “WSP My Hour”).
- Accumulate customizable leave (including bank holidays).
✅ A Supportive Work Culture
- Inclusivity: Engage in ERGs celebrating diversity, mentoring, and collective growth.
- Comprehensive well-being support:
- Virtual GP access, exercise facilitation (40% discount on gym memberships), and menopause support programs.
- Mental health initiatives and a Thrive Programme for holistic well-being.
✅ Ongoing Development
- Upskilling & mentor opportunities to progress toward Chartered status.
- Company-wide training & coaching to grow professionally and personally.
Embrace Impact, Shape Your Future
Work on projects that last generations—ensuring lasting benefits for communities around the world.
At WSP, your best work isn’t your work—your legacy is. Apply today.
Diversity & Inclusion
WSP positively encourages applications regardless of background. As a Disability Confident leader, we actively welcome and support candidates who require assistance, such as workplace adjustments. We welcome you.
Apply now to shape your career while making meaningful changes.
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