Principal Lighting Engineer

WSP
United Kingdom

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience leading lighting design projects and working within the Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectors.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with leadership experience in lighting design and familiarity with Local Authority projects
    — “Experience in leading projects and teams and should be confident in a management capacity”
  • Professionals with expertise in external lighting standards and software like Dialux or Lighting Reality
    — “Can demonstrate competency in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction with experience in the use of Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software and AutoCAD”
  • Individuals who have achieved or are actively pursuing CEng status with the Engineering Council
    — “Have a membership of a relevant professional organisation, having achieved IEng / CEng registration with the Engineering Council or actively working towards CEng status”

Things to consider

  • Requires managing both technical and financial risks on projects
    — “Risk awareness both in terms of CDM and financial risk with the ability to manage or mitigate accordingly”
  • Involves mentoring junior professionals as part of day-to-day responsibilities
    — “Capable of coaching and developing junior members of the team”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience in managing project proposals and meeting program milestones
    — “Oversee the development of project proposals and mobilise / progress against agreed programme milestones and budget constraints”
  • Emphasize your ability to build strong client relationships with Local Authority stakeholders
    — “Engagement with Local Authority and Strategic Road Network clients building strong working relationships”
  • Showcase your expertise in lighting maintenance and asset management within your resume or interview responses
    — “Experience in lighting maintenance operations and asset management”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • led successful lighting projects
  • developed and supported delivery team members
  • represented company in industry
Typical background
electrical engineeringlighting engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Lighting DesignElectrical EngineeringProject ManagementRisk ManagementTeam Leadership

Preferred

Lighting Reality SoftwareDialux Lighting Design SoftwareAutocad

Stack & domain

Lighting RealityDialux Lighting Design SoftwareAutocadLeadershipCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingLightingElectrical EngineeringProject Management

About the role

Original posting from WSP

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.

Our Lighting and Energy Solutions (L&ES) business provides comprehensive lighting and electrical engineering design and advisory services for all aspects of light, lighting and low-voltage energy. We work with clients across public and private sectors, locally and internationally.  To find out more about our L&ES business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Lighting and Energy Solutions | WSP 

To meet our growing UK business needs and future development aspirations we are looking for a Principal Lighting Engineer to join our Lighting & Energy Solutions team.

A little more about your role…

Liaison with colleagues within the Lighting and Energy Solutions team, wider multi-disciplinary design teams, stakeholders and clients.Co-ordination of detailed design layouts, engineering detailed drawings and support documentation in accordance with WSPs Quality Assurance and client requirements.Manage the preparation of feasibility reports and technical notes, optioneering reports and specifications.Oversee the development of project proposals and mobilise / progress against agreed programme milestones and budget constraints.Engagement with Local Authority and Strategic Road Network clients building strong working relationships.Analyse/Evaluate Clients briefs and offer expert guidance and tailored support.Develop and support delivery team members including Early Career Professionals on their career journeysRepresent 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.

 What we will be looking for you to demonstrate… 

Experience in leading projects and teams and should be confident in a management capacityA wide knowledge and understanding of external lighting and electrical design standards, guidance, legislation and regulationsExperience in lighting maintenance operations and asset managementCan demonstrate competency in lighting design from conception through to issue for construction with experience in the use of Lighting Reality or Dialux lighting design software and AutoCADRisk awareness both in terms of CDM and financial risk with the ability to manage or mitigate accordinglyThe ability to multitask in a high volume, fast paced work environment and plan work accordinglyConfidence with proven interpersonal, organisational, analytical, technical and communication skillsCapable of coaching and developing junior members of the teamExperience in working within the Local Government or Strategic Road Network sectorsA good knowledge of external lighting products  Have a membership of a relevant professional organisation, having achieved IEng / CEng registration with the Engineering Council or actively working towards CEng status

 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.

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 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 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

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 our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a 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.

#WeAreWSP

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.

Source: WSP careers

Similar roles