WSP in the UK & Ireland
Systems Engineering & Integration Consultant/ Senior Consultant - Rail
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Systems Engineering & Integration Consultant
Found the perfect role to solve complex challenges for global infrastructure projects?
At WSP, you gain access to unparalleled global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and collaborate with like-minded experts to undertake the best work of your career. Join a culture that embraces curiosity, new ideas, and diverse perspectives, creating unique career opportunities shaped by your passion.
About the Role
Core Responsibilities
- Support project teams in addressing complex integration problems for clients on major infrastructure programmes
- Lead tasks in challenging project environments, managing additional resources on larger projects or taking sole ownership of smaller initiatives
- Demonstrate a willingness to learn and mentor Early Career Professionals, guided by a commitment to continuous collaboration and innovation
- Add strategic value to high-priority systems engineering projects by applying pragmatic problem-solving and collaborative teamwork
- Contribute to interdisciplinary team development, with a focus on both technical and business growth
- Develop proactive commercial responsibility for projects while fostering wider business awareness in our consultancy setting
- Seek new learning opportunities—both internally and externally—to expand capability in determining optimal project approaches while balancing capability, resource availability, time, and cost constraints
- Maintain an updated Continuous Professional Development (CPD) record and build a strong professional network
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We seek candidates who can deliver excellence in systems engineering and integration, with demonstrable experience in the following areas:
Essential Criteria
- A degree in a relevant engineering discipline
- Chartered status (or ability to achieve it within the near future) with a professional engineering body
- Post-degree experience delivering systems integration within the rail sector
- Experience applying system design tools (e.g., DOORS) and techniques (e.g., Model-Based Systems Engineering, MBSE)
- Expertise in defining and implementing systems engineering approaches and tools across projects
- Background in client-facing roles or stakeholder engagement
Preferred Qualities (Advantageous)
- Experience leading other professionals in managing systems engineering projects
- Knowledge of challenges across different lifecycle phases in systems engineering
- Demonstrated interpersonal and presentation skills
- Capacity for innovative ideas in advancing systems engineering services
Why WSP?
At WSP, we combine passion with action, creating lasting impacts in communities close to home and around the globe. As one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, we value innovation, integrity, and inclusion.
Work-Life Balance
We support a balanced lifestyle with our hybrid working policy—give yourself two off-site days per week while ensuring seamless collaboration in our modern offices across the UK.
Diversity & Inclusions
A champion of diversity and belonging, we celebrate authenticity and the richness of varied perspectives. Our employee resource groups foster an inclusive culture that uplifts every individual.
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Wellbeing Initiatives
Committed to your health and success, we provide:
- Thrive programme: Tools and resources for personal well-being
- Virtual GP service: NHS/Irish Medical Council across flexible hours
- Reasonable workplace adjustments for flexible needs
- Gymflex scheme: 40% discounts on annual gym memberships
- Comprehensive menopause support package
Flexible Work Options
- "WSP My Hour" policy: One personal activity hour daily (adjustable across the workday)
- Part-time/flexible working arrangements
- Additional leave purchases to suit personal needs
- Flexible bank holiday usage
Investment in Your Growth
We’re dedicated to nurturing your career with:
- Investments in training and mentoring
- Comprehensive chartership support
We’re Proud to Champion Diversity
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of:
- Gender
- Race
- Disability
- Age
- Sexual orientation
- Gender reassignment
- Religion or belief
- Martial status
- Pregnancy or maternity/paternity
As Disability Confident leaders, we’ll interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please notify us if you require adjustments during your application.
You Have What It Takes?
Join our network of over 69,000 employees who help shape a better future, one project at a time. Your unique skills and vision belong here—apply today.
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