Civil & Structural Resident Engineer; Energy

Job Description

As a Civil & Structural Resident Engineer this role involves supporting the Energy Civil & Structural team through site visits and inspections, primarily within HV substations, to assess infrastructure and ensure compliance with safety and design standards. You will produce detailed reports, develop risk assessments and method statements, collaborate with designers and assessors, and engage with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.

• Site visits and site inspections on behalf of the Energy Civil & Structural team.
• Visual inspection of Civil & Structural infrastructure – primarily in HV substations.
• Preparation of risk assessments & method statements, including liaison with other disciplines and site owners (e.g. SAP).
• Accompanying others during site visits – e.g. those less familiar with the site.
• Preparation of detailed site visit reports – including photography, descriptions, sketches, word documents and Excel reports.
• Providing input to designers and DH15 assessors in the format of reporting and attending design review meetings.
• Engaging in discussions with clients, contractors, and other disciplines (e.g. HV plant designers).

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural engineering.
• Experience in electricity infrastructure (ideally NG substations).
• Familiarity with construction sites (and, ideally, design).
• CSCS/EUSR (or equivalent).
• NG Persons (previously National Grid BESC).
• Experience with DH15 reports.
• Experience with on‑site destructive and non‑destructive testing.
• Willingness to travel to sites (including overnight stays if required).

Experience with in the energy transmission and distribution sector, major infrastructure, or industrial projects is highly desirable. Exposure to substation design, regulated environments, or projects requiring independent verification and certification would be particularly advantageous.

• Work‑life balance: Provided hybrid working policy allows two days per week working from home and opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: A welcoming culture encourages applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences, with employee resource groups promoting inclusion.
• Health & Wellbeing: The Thrive programme, virtual GP service, reasonable adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and a comprehensive menopause support package are available.
• Flex your time: “WSP My Hour” allows one hour each day for personal activities with flexibility to make up the time earlier or later.
• Development opportunities: Training, mentoring, and chartership support are offered to foster growth.

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.