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This is a strong opportunity to contribute to rail infrastructure projects with WSP in the UK and Ireland. The role focuses on the design and integration of SCADA and control system technology across rail projects, from feasibility through detailed design and handback.

A Little Bit About Your Role…

Design of SCADA and control system technology for rail infrastructure (above and below ground) through all design stages from feasibility to detailed design and handback

Work as part of multi-discipline design teams, managing the interface of the SCADA and control system design with the wider project team and communicating the system requirements that affect the wider design

Present designs to clients, stakeholders and project teams, illustrating system technology concepts, constraints, and solutions

A Little Bit About Your Team…You will join a team of professionally qualified, diverse, talented individuals who collaborate to:

Undertake project work from across the design lifecycle, including early concept stage through detail design

Deliver domestic projects for Network Rail, HS2, Transport for The North, TfGM, Nexus, Local Authorities, Principal Contractors and Private Developers

Produce designs for international projects across the globe in locations such as Europe, APAC, Middle East and South America

Reporting to a senior member of our Telecoms team, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and challenging multidisciplinary rail infrastructure projects in the UK and internationally.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join WSP as part of an expanding team delivering a variety of prestigious projects. The role could be based in any of our UK offices. Our offices provide a quality, flexible and dynamic working space focused on the health and wellbeing of our staff and benefits from cutting-edge design, large amounts of natural light, large open spaces and collaborative working spaces.

What We Are Looking For You To Demonstrate…

Chartership status with a UK Engineering Institution.

Detailed knowledge of the design and integration of one or more of the below systems/ subsystems:

Traction power SCADA systems

Industrial control systems

Integrated Station / Building Management Systems (ISMS, IBMS)

IP networking, routing, switching, virtualisation, storage

Trackside SCADA equipment and infrastructure

Experience of working on large multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects, primarily in the transport, energy, industrial processing and building sectors. Good working knowledge of Network Rail, TfL and LUL standards is advantageous.

Good knowledge and understanding of the requirements of design assurance processes.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.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.

With us, you can. Apply today.

What’s in It For You

Work-life balanceOur 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 and BelongingWe 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 our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health and WellbeingWe 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 a GP at a time and place that suits you. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments and a Gymflex scheme, up to 40% off annual gym memberships, plus menopause support.

Flex your timeTo 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 developmentWe invest in training and development through mentoring, training, and Chartership opportunities.

#WeAreWSP

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Professional Services

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