Assistant Engineer - SuDS; Blue Green Infra

A little more about your role…

Working as part of a small team, you’ll be providing expertise and delivering solutions on a wide range of complex surface water issues using blue‑green infrastructure and sustainable drainage practices.
Promoting blue‑green infrastructure and SuDS to others within the wider WSP business, as well as applying your technical skills to projects of local and national importance, will also be a challenge your role will undertake.

• Provide technical input on urban drainage projects predominantly SuDS and blue‑green infrastructure.
• Work on bespoke, and challenging projects.
• Produce high‑quality technical outputs.
• Support the development of engineering solutions, from feasibility studies to detailed design and construction.
• Assist the preparation of reports and supporting drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Contribute to the learning of the wider team through knowledge sharing exercises.
• Promote the WSP brand through appropriate industry forums and conferences.

As an Assistant Engineer you will occupy a pivotal role within the Blue Green Infrastructure team, providing the foundation for all our work. The team comprises a mix of engineers with a wide range of industry experience, and services projects across the full spectrum of WSP’s client base.

You could find yourself supporting the team in:

• Public realm improvement schemes & SuDS retrofit.
• Producing engineering designs for urban drainage projects.
• Working on high‑profile projects, including HS2, Smart Motorways.
• Helping local authorities to prevent flooding to homes and businesses.
• Assisting in developing fee proposals and winning work.

• A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. civil or environmental engineering, construction, environmental science, geography)
• Some knowledge in urban drainage design and an ability to check the technical outputs of others prior to issue
• Some experience or understanding of hydraulic modelling, using industry‑standard software (e.g. Info Works, FLOW)
• Competence with AutoCAD
• Familiarity with any industry‑standard geographical information systems (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS, Map Info)
• A high degree of computer literacy and an ability to work as part of a team.

If you don’t meet all that we are looking for please still consider applying. Not everyone will meet all the requirements, but you might have skills we didn’t know we need.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. 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.

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences... We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and a comprehensive menopause support package.

WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexible make‑up time, part‑time and flexible working arrangements, and the option to purchase additional leave.

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.