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Lighting Engineers - Engineer to Principal Engineer Grades
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Lighting Engineers - Engineer to Principal Engineer Grades
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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 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 the public and private sectors, both locally and internationally.
To find out more about our L&ES business, visit: [Lighting and Energy Solutions | WSP](Lighting and Energy Solutions | WSP).
Our team spread across the UK, with key locations including: 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 WSP’s Quality Assurance and client requirements.
- Preparation of feasibility reports, technical notes, optioneering reports, and specifications.
- Engagement with luminaire, column, controls, and electrical manufacturers.
- Coordination with contractors, including:
- Site support
- Responding to RFI’s (Requests for Information) and TQ’s (Technical Queries)
- Completion of non-intrusive site visits to support the development of lighting assessments and site clearance drawings.
- Support in 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.
- Analysis/evaluation of client briefs and offering expert guidance and tailored support.
- Liaison with:
- Colleagues within the Lighting and Energy Solutions team
- Wider multi-disciplinary design teams
- Stakeholders and clients
- Guiding junior team members and Early Career Professionals on their career journeys.
- Representing WSP within the lighting industry, fostering industry relationships and driving business development.
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You will be joining a growing, multi-disciplinary, energetic team of lighting professionals that is highly regarded within the industry. This includes the following specialisms: Electrical and EV, Environmental, Local Government, Architectural, and the Strategic Road Network.
- Be part of a global network of lighting specialists and experts.
- Opportunity to join or maintain a professional membership, with mentorship provided by team members to assist upgrades.
- Access to regular CPD sessions on various interesting topics.
- Access to advanced training programs for personal development.
We work on projects across different sectors:
- Commercial
- Urban Realm
- Transportation and Infrastructure
- With national and local government, and private clients.
What We Look for in Candidates
Core Requirements
- Proficient in the use of Lighting Reality/Dialux lighting design software and AutoCAD.
- Strong understanding of external lighting standards, guidance, legislation, and regulations.
- Good awareness and understanding of electrical design and lighting maintenance operations.
- Demonstrable competency in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction, with experience in Lighting Reality/Dialux or AutoCAD.
- Ability to:
- Work independently and in a team, with excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Coach and develop junior team members.
- Experience in the Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors.
- Good knowledge of external lighting products.
- Membership of a relevant professional organisation, or (for junior roles) working towards IEng/CEng status; (for senior roles), having achieved IEng/CEng status.
Additional Requirements for Senior Roles
- Experience in leading projects and teams, with confidence in a management capacity.
- Strong risk awareness, particularly around:
- CDM (Construction Design and Management)
- Financial risk, with the ability to manage or mitigate accordingly.
- Ability to coach and develop junior team members.
About Us
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 communities. We foster a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion, and have over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, dedicated to both local communities and global challenges.
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What’s in it for you?
Work-Life Balance
- At WSP, we understand work is just one aspect of your life. Balancing time for yourself, family, friends, interests, and community is crucial.
- Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility – work from home up to two days a week, or collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
- We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- We encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.
- Employee resource groups bring together colleagues of different backgrounds to support a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Disability Confident commitment: We interview all disabled applicants meeting the essential criteria if reasonable adjustments are needed, and we provide accommodations throughout the application process.
Health & Wellbeing
- Committed to supporting you with our Thrive program designed to enhance your health and wellbeing.
- Provision of a Virtual GP service (NHS or Irish Medical Council GP) for quick access to medical advice, anytime and anywhere.
- Reasonable workplace adjustments for employees who need support.
- Gymflex scheme offering up to 40% discount on annual gym memberships through our flexible benefits program.
- Comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex Your Time
- WSP My Hour: Dedicate one hour each day to personal activities, with flexibility to make up time earlier or later.
- Part-time and flexible working options available.
- Ability to purchase additional leave and arrange bank holiday entitlements to suit your schedule.
Your Development
- Investment in training, mentoring, and Chartership programs.
- Opportunity to invest in your growth within a supportive environment.
Equality and Diversity
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 guarantee interviews for all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria if adjustments are required—please let us know how we can support your application.
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