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. We are looking for Electrical Engineering graduates 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. In these teams, you will be dealing with internal and external stakeholders and collaborating with colleagues and adapting to dynamic project environments.
We are recruiting for Electrical Engineering Graduates in the following services and locations:
EICA Water : London, Bristol, Newcastle, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham or Liverpool
Graduate in the EICA team will have the opportunity to work on water, wastewater, pumping station and industrial projects.
Producing single line diagrams, load schedules, I/O schedules, Instrument schedules and MCC data sheets (EICA).
Producing pump calculations and pump selection, isometric drawings, mechanical GA's equipment sizing and selection (mechanical).
Attending site visits/site surveys (both mechanical and EICA).
Learning 3D CAD design skills (both mechanical and EICA).
Learning cable sizing and discrimination software tools (EICA).
Learning hydraulic calculation and the use of software tools (mechanical).
Energy Networks : Glasgow, Newcastle, Manchester and London
A graduate role in WSP's electricity Transmission & Distribution sector involves a mix of technical design, project support, and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams. You would be applying your engineering skills to real-world challenges, supporting senior engineers, and learning the ropes of major infrastructure projects.
Engineering Design Support
Contributing to initial project assessments by conducting site surveys, analysing data, and helping to identify the most effective and sustainable engineering solutions.
Site Visits and Inspections
Project Management Assistance
Energy Transition (Renewable Power - Onshore Renewables) : Glasgow, Newcastle, Manchester, London or Birmingham
Projects including design, delivery, client engagement and stakeholder management.
Winning work by contributing to proposals building an understanding of business development and commercial considerations.
Energy (Asset Management & Analysis - Power Systems) : Glasgow, Newcastle or Manchester
Helping with project proposals and bid documents.
Learning to use specialist power system software (e.g. Participating in multi-disciplinary project teams across the UK and internationally.
Keeping up to date with emerging energy technologies and regulations.
Energy Transition (Low Carbon - Engineering): Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow or Birmingham
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.
Our teams are dedicated to supporting your career growth from the very beginning. Many employees have started as graduates and successfully advanced within the company. We encourage you to achieve chartered status with professional bodies making your development a priority. You will be fully supported through enrolment in a professional institution's training agreement, guiding you towards chartered status
You'll have graduated or be graduating with a 2:2 or above in BEng or MEng Electrical Engineering Please visit our Graduate brochure or website if you would like to learn more : Graduate brochure or Graduate website
Candidates who pass this initial stage, will then be required to complete an online skill enabler assessment. Both the application form and the skill enabler assessment are essential parts of the early career's recruitment process.
You'll have a passion for electrical engineering.
Should you have the right qualifications for our roles, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme.
For further information regarding our Application & Selection process, including timelines for recruitment, please visit our Early Careers brochure - Application & Selection
We review applications for our Early Career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we begin progressing some candidates to the final stages before the application closing date. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
Work-life balance
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.
We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. 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. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
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.
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.
#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 will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.