Senior Lighting Engineer

About the role

Liaison with colleagues within the Lighting and Energy Solutions team, wider multi-disciplinary design teams, stakeholders and clients.

• Production of detailed design layouts, engineering detailed drawings and support documentation in accordance with WSP’s Quality Assurance and client requirements.
• Preparation of feasibility reports and technical notes, optioneering reports and specifications.
• Engagement with luminaire, column, controls and electrical manufacturers.
• Co-ordination with contractors including site support, responding to RFIs and TQs.
• Completion of non-intrusive site visits to support the development of lighting assessments and site clearance drawings.
• Support with the development of project proposals and progress against agreed programme milestones and budget constraints.
• Liaison with Local Authority and Strategic Road Network clients building strong working relationships.
• Analyse/Evaluate Clients briefs and offer expert guidance and tailored support.
• Guide junior team members and Early Career Professionals on their career journeys.
• Represent WSP within the lighting industry, fostering industry relationships and driving business development.

Your team

• You will be joining a growing, multi-disciplinary, energetic team of lighting professionals that is highly regarded within the industry, which includes the following specialisms: Electrical and EV, Environmental, Local Government, Architectural and the Strategic Road Network.
• You will be part of a global network of lighting specialists and experts.
• You will have the opportunity to join or maintain a professional membership. Mentorship can be provided by team members to assist with upgrades of membership.
• You will have access to regular CPD sessions on a variety of interesting topics.
• You will have access to advanced training programs for personal development.
• We work on projects in a variety of sectors: Commercial, Urban Realm, Transportation and Infrastructure, with national and local government and private clients.

Requirements

• Proficient in the use of Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software and AutoCAD.
• A strong understanding of external lighting standards, guidance, legislation and regulations.
• A good general awareness and understanding of electrical design and lighting maintenance operations.
• Can demonstrate competency and experience in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction.
• A good understanding of central management systems.
• Can work independently, and as part of a team having excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Capable of coaching and developing junior members of the team.
• Experience in working within the Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors.
• A good knowledge of external lighting products.
• Have a membership of a relevant professional organisation, having achieved Eng Tech registration with the Engineering Council and actively working towards IEng status.

Benefits

• Work-life balance: Hybrid working policy offering flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: Employee resource groups that promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging.
• Health & Wellbeing:
  • Thrive programme for health and wellbeing improvements.
  • Virtual GP service for quick access to medical advice.
  • Reasonable workplace adjustments.
  • Gymflex scheme offering up to 40% off annual gym memberships.
  • Comprehensive menopause support package.
• Flex your time:
  • WSP My Hour: one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to make up the time.
  • Part-time and flexible working arrangements.
  • Option to purchase additional leave.
  • Flexibility to use bank holiday entitlement.
• Your development: Supportive environment with training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.