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, and experience a world of opportunity to shape a career as unique as you.
Recruitment Information
We are recruiting for Electrical Engineering Graduates in the following services and locations.
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 multidisciplinary teams. You will apply your engineering skills to real‑world challenges, support senior engineers, and learn the ropes of major infrastructure projects.
Day-to-day Activities
* Engineering Design Support
* Feasibility Studies – contribute to initial project assessments by conducting site surveys, analysing data, and helping to identify the most effective and sustainable engineering solutions.
* Technical Reporting
* Site Visits and Inspections
* Project Management Assistance
* Stakeholder Engagement
* Continuous Learning
Energy Transition (Renewable Power - Onshore Renewables)
Glasgow, Newcastle, Manchester, London and Birmingham
Day-to-day Activities
* Projects including design, delivery, client engagement and stakeholder management.
* Winning work by contributing to proposals, building an understanding of business development and commercial considerations.
* Other initiatives driven by the service lines that have a direct influence on growth.
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 programme includes 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.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate
* Candidates must complete the application form in full, answering all specific questions. This requirement applies to all candidates, inclusive of their background. Successful completion of this stage is mandatory. 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 recruitment process.
* You’ll be looking to start work in September 2026.
* You’ll have a passion for electrical engineering.
* You’ll have enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.
* You’ll want to inspire us, sharing new ideas you have.
Benefits
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. We have employee resource groups that bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
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. 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.
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.
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.
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