Lighting Engineer

Job Description

Be trusted to make great things happen.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head‑on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions.

We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

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Equality, diversity & inclusion in the UK & Europe ()

We work on projects of all types and sizes, from large infrastructure and highway schemes to car parks with EV charging. Our projects are bringing digitalisation to lighting solutions and transforming the way people live and work. And you'll be part of these collaborative design teams based across the country and the world. It's an exciting era for lighting, with the rise of intelligent networks, active travel and net zero carbon.

To lead in emerging areas that interest you, all you need to do is speak up and take the initiative.

We offer flexible working where you will typically be working from your base office location two days per week and at home for three days. The office locations are Epsom, Chelmsford, Nottingham and Warrington.

• Responsible for the delivery of technical consultancy and design support related to multi‑disciplinary and exterior lighting projects as required.
• Liaising with customers in a responsive and client focused manner.
• Engaging with customers and other stakeholders to develop innovative low carbon solutions.
• Supporting the team with the development of technical solutions, reports and management of projects.
• Supporting the delivering projects to time and budget.
• Ensuring all work is delivered to a high level of quality and professionalism.
• Mentoring and supporting the development of more junior staff.
• Promoting the benefits of sustainable lighting solutions.

• Experience of delivering a wide variety of exterior lighting and electrical solutions.
• Ability to apply lighting standards and your experience in such a way to deliver client requirements.
• Proficient in discipline related design software particularly AutoCAD and BIM related plugin’s, Lighting Reality and electrical cable sizing software.
• Experience of National Highways (NH) and / or local authority requirements.
• Ability to support the discipline lead on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Ability to understand the key client drivers and propose innovative low carbon solutions.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement with clients and contractors.
• Experience of undertaking daytime and night-time lighting surveys and assessments.

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities.

You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees "Total Reward." It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs. You'll enjoy benefits such as partner discounts, leadership training, professional accreditations, and career planning for any stage of your career. Making sure you're supported is important to us.

So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk through any adjustments you might need.

New name, new era. We are Atkins

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