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Lighting Engineers - Engineer to Principal Engineer Grades
Senior Lighting Engineer ($3.00-5.00$5,000-7,000 per Month)
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At WSP, discover opportunities to grow while tackling meaningful work. Our global presence lets you explore new challenges, collaborate with diverse talent, and continuously expand your skills.
Our Lighting and Energy Solutions (L&ES) business offers comprehensive lighting and low-voltage energy design and advisory services. We serve both public and private sector clients, spanning local and international markets.
Explore more about L&ES here: Lighting and Energy Solutions | WSP
Our offices cover key UK locations, including:
- Birmingham
- Cardiff
- Glasgow
- Hertfordshire
- Leeds
- Liverpool
- London
- Manchester
- Newcastle
- Southampton
- Brighton
About the Role
We are recruiting for Lighting Engineers at levels ranging from Engineer to Principal Engineer, with a focus on supporting our Local Government and Strategic Road Network capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce detailed design layouts, engineering drawings, and support documentation in line with WSP’s Quality Assurance standards and client specifications.
- Create feasibility reports, technical notes, optioneering documents, and specifications.
- Engage with luminaire, column, controls, and electrical manufacturers to ensure high-quality design execution.
- Coordinate with contractors, including site visits, and respond to RFIs (Requests for Information) and TQs (Technical Queries).
- Undertake non-intrusive site assessments to develop lighting reports and site clearance documentation.
- Support project proposal development and ensure alignment with programme timelines and budget constraints.
- Build strong relationships with Local Authority and Strategic Road Network clients.
- Analyze client briefs and provide expertise and tailored guidance.
- Collaborate within the L&ES team, cross-disciplinary groups, stakeholders, and clients.
- Mentor junior team members and Early Career Professionals in their career growth.
- Represent WSP within the lighting industry, fostering relationships and driving business opportunities.
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Your Team
You’ll join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team of industry-leading lighting professionals, specializing in:
- Electrical & EV
- Environmental
- Local Government
- Architectural
- Strategic Road Network
You’ll also leverage our global lighting industry network, gaining access to:
- Professional membership opportunities (with mentorship support for career progression).
- Regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions on impactful topics.
- Advance training programs for skill development.
We work across diverse markets:
- Commercial
- Urban Realm
- Transportation & Infrastructure
We collaborate seamlessly with both public and private sector clients nationally and internationally.
Key Requirements
Here’s what we’re looking for:
For All Roles:
- Proficiency in Lighting Reality/Dialux software and AutoCAD for design.
- In-depth knowledge of external lighting standards, guidelines, and regulations.
- Solid understanding of electrical design and lighting maintenance operations.
- Demonstrated lighting design experience from conception to construction, utilizing industry-essential software.
- Strong ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, showcasing superior communication and organizational skills.
- Coaching and team development experience.
- Relevant work experience in Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors.
- Knowledge of external lighting products.
- Membership (or progress toward it) in a professional lighting organization (e.g., IEng/CEng status for senior roles).
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For Senior Roles:
- Project leadership experience with proven success.
- Financial and compliance risk management (especially CDM compliance).
- Leadership and mentorship skills to guide junior team members.
Why WSP?
We’re a global leader in engineering and professional services, driven by innovation, integrity, and inclusion. Our 11,000+ professionals across the UK and Ireland shape lasting positive impacts on communities worldwide.
Benefits & Opportunities
Work-Life Balance
- Our hybrid working policy: Work two days remotely while collaborating in modern offices.
- “WSP My Hour”: Dedicate one hour daily to personal use, with flexible adjustments.
- Available part-time and flexible working options.
- Purchase extra leave or carve your own annual holiday schedule.
Inclusivity & Wellbeing
- Embrace your authentic self and thrive in an environment focused on diversity, equity, and belonging.
- Support through employee resource groups, ensuring inclusivity across all backgrounds.
- Thrive Programme to nurture health and wellness, including:
- Virtual GP access (NHS/Irish Medical Council).
- Workplace adjustments and menopause support.
- Gymflex partners, offering 40% discounts on gym memberships through flexible benefits.
Development
- Invest in your career growth through training, mentorship, and Chartership opportunities.
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Join us at WSP, and shape a legacy through landmark projects around the world. Apply today or learn more about joining a dynamic team.
We actively encourage applications from diverse candidates, ensuring equal opportunities each time. As a Disability Confident Employer, we interview all disabled applicants who meet criteria—please let us know if you need workplace adjustments. #WeAreWSP
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