Job Description
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
We are looking for graduates for our Asset Design team, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.
Recruiting Services and Locations
- EICA (Electrical Engineering): Derby, Newcastle or Glasgow
- Mechanical: Glasgow, London or Newcastle
- Civils: Birmingham, Newcastle, Leeds, Belfast or Bristol
- Project Management: Bristol or Birmingham
- Asset Management (Civil or Data Science, Geographic Information System, Computer Science/ Programming): Belfast, London, Birmingham or Liverpool
Your Role and the Team
Our Asset Design team provides comprehensive design and construction support services across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and process engineering. We work from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and commissioning.
By challenging assumptions and refining options, we help clients make risk-based decisions that champion no-build and low-build solutions. Our skilled multi-disciplinary design teams cover process, civil, mechanical, and electrical instrumentation, and energy.
Projects
Graduates are likely to be involved in a diverse range of projects across the UK Water Sector, supporting major clients such as:
- Thames Water/Costain
- Northumbrian Water
- Britannia Metals
- Severn Trent Water
- Southwest Water
- Galliford Try
- Yorkshire Water/Tillbury Douglas
- Irish Water
- Southern Water
- Keir
- Nutrient Removal schemes
- Clean Water Projects
- Strategic programmes reducing reliance on groundwater abstraction
Asset Design Teams
EICA (Electrical)
Working as a Graduate in EICA (Electrical) will provide you with the opportunity to learn design engineering skills in electrical engineering or electrical and instrumentation, control and automation within the growing water industry. Graduates will work in multi-disciplinary design teams which will allow them to gain an appreciation of other design disciplines such as civil and chemical engineering.
Day-to-day Activities
Could include:
- Working alongside and learning from experienced discipline mentors.
- Producing single line diagrams, load schedules, I/O schedules, Instrument schedules and MCC data sheets.
- Producing pump calculations and pump selection, isometric drawings, mechanical GA's equipment sizing and selection.
- Attending site visits/site surveys.
- Learning 3D CAD design skills.
- Learning cable sizing and discrimination software tools.
- Learning hydraulic calculation and the use of software tools.
Civils
The water industry is an exciting place to work currently, with more investment than ever in ageing assets and pollution prevention solutions. We are looking for Engineering Graduates of all disciplines with lots of energy and passion for problem solving, working closely within a team to come up with new ideas and solutions to the Industries challenges. This can be either traditional engineering solutions, green solutions or a combination of both. Our team are well placed to make a big impact on the projects that are due to be delivered over the next 5 to 10 years, in both water and wastewater treatment and networks.
Graduate Development Programme
Our two-year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programmes include core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and resources, valuable networking opportunities, mentoring for professional registration and a breadth of on-the-job experience.
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates who have graduated with at least a 2:2 in a bachelor’s or master's degree in a relevant subject for the role.
Desired Skills
- Passion for engineering and consulting in Water.
- Desire for the environment, engineering, and planning.
- Enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.
- Ability to inspire with new ideas.
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.
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.
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.
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Job Description
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
We are looking for graduates for our Asset Design team, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.
Recruiting Services and Locations
- EICA (Electrical Engineering): Derby, Newcastle or Glasgow
- Mechanical: Glasgow, London or Newcastle
- Civils: Birmingham, Newcastle, Leeds, Belfast or Bristol
- Project Management: Bristol or Birmingham
- Asset Management (Civil or Data Science, Geographic Information System, Computer Science/ Programming): Belfast, London, Birmingham or Liverpool
Your Role and the Team
Our Asset Design team provides comprehensive design and construction support services across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and process engineering. We work from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and commissioning.
By challenging assumptions and refining options, we help clients make risk-based decisions that champion no-build and low-build solutions. Our skilled multi-disciplinary design teams cover process, civil, mechanical, and electrical instrumentation, and energy.
Projects
Graduates are likely to be involved in a diverse range of projects across the UK Water Sector, supporting major clients such as:
- Thames Water/Costain
- Northumbrian Water
- Britannia Metals
- Severn Trent Water
- Southwest Water
- Galliford Try
- Yorkshire Water/Tillbury Douglas
- Irish Water
- Southern Water
- Keir
- Nutrient Removal schemes
- Clean Water Projects
- Strategic programmes reducing reliance on groundwater abstraction
Asset Design Teams
EICA (Electrical)
Working as a Graduate in EICA (Electrical) will provide you with the opportunity to learn design engineering skills in electrical engineering or electrical and instrumentation, control and automation within the growing water industry. Graduates will work in multi-disciplinary design teams which will allow them to gain an appreciation of other design disciplines such as civil and chemical engineering.
Day-to-day Activities
Could include:
- Working alongside and learning from experienced discipline mentors.
- Producing single line diagrams, load schedules, I/O schedules, Instrument schedules and MCC data sheets.
- Producing pump calculations and pump selection, isometric drawings, mechanical GA's equipment sizing and selection.
- Attending site visits/site surveys.
- Learning 3D CAD design skills.
- Learning cable sizing and discrimination software tools.
- Learning hydraulic calculation and the use of software tools.
Civils
The water industry is an exciting place to work currently, with more investment than ever in ageing assets and pollution prevention solutions. We are looking for Engineering Graduates of all disciplines with lots of energy and passion for problem solving, working closely within a team to come up with new ideas and solutions to the Industries challenges. This can be either traditional engineering solutions, green solutions or a combination of both. Our team are well placed to make a big impact on the projects that are due to be delivered over the next 5 to 10 years, in both water and wastewater treatment and networks.
Graduate Development Programme
Our two-year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programmes include core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and resources, valuable networking opportunities, mentoring for professional registration and a breadth of on-the-job experience.
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates who have graduated with at least a 2:2 in a bachelor’s or master's degree in a relevant subject for the role.
Desired Skills
- Passion for engineering and consulting in Water.
- Desire for the environment, engineering, and planning.
- Enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.
- Ability to inspire with new ideas.
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.
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.
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.
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£31,049
