2026 Graduate Programme – Electrical Engineering
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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 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 – Newcastle
Graduate in the EICA team will have the opportunity to work on water, wastewater, pumping station and industrial projects.
* Working alongside and learning from experienced discipline mentors.
* 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 & 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
* Feasibility Studies: Contributing 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 & 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.
* Other initiatives driven by the service lines that have a direct influence on growth.
Energy (Asset Management & Analysis – Power Systems) – Glasgow, Newcastle & Manchester
* Supporting the delivery of power system studies (load flow, fault level, stability, harmonics).
* Assisting with grid connection support for renewable and storage developers.
* Contributing to technical reports and client presentations.
* Helping with project proposals and bid documents.
* Learning to use specialist power system software (e.g. DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD).
* Participating in multi‑disciplinary project teams across the UK and internationally.
* Supporting stakeholder engagement and client meetings.
* Keeping up to date with emerging energy technologies and regulations.
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.
We encourage you to achieve chartered status with professional bodies, and you will receive full support through enrolment in a professional institution’s training agreement, guiding you towards chartered status.
What We Will Be Looking For
* Graduated or be graduating with a 2:2 or above in BEng or MEng Electrical Engineering.
* Start of work in either April or September 2026.
* Passion for electrical engineering.
* Enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.
* Willingness to inspire others by sharing new ideas.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? If 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.
Application & Selection
We review applications on a rolling basis, which means we may progress some candidates to the final stages before the application closing date. To ensure your application receives full consideration, we recommend submitting it as early as possible.
About WSP
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.
What’s In It For You
Work‑life balance – Hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging – We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.
Health & Wellbeing – Thrive programme, virtual GP service, office gym memberships and a comprehensive menopause support package.
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 invest in your growth with training, mentoring, and chartership opportunities.
#WeAreWSP – We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender re‑assignment, 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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