Mechanical Engineer (Principal/ Associate) - Rail

WSP
City of London
3 weeks ago
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Mechanical Engineer (Principal/ Associate) - Rail

At WSP we offer the opportunity to lead teams delivering mechanical building services designs for railway stations and other railway buildings across the UK and worldwide.

Responsibilities
  • Produce and supervise high-quality, industry-leading building designs.
  • Realise WSP’s and our client net zero carbon commitments by delivering highly sustainable, low‑carbon design.
  • Share knowledge and technical skills with colleagues worldwide.
  • Work in an environment that allows you to use your own initiative with support from specialist experience to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
  • Supervise the completion of detailed designs and oversee the work of others, maximizing joint learning opportunities.
  • Interpret client specification requirements in the development of designs.
  • Design pipework including heating, cooling, hot and cold water systems.
  • Design ventilation systems including general ventilation.
  • Select plant and equipment items based on designs, including Air Handling Units, Fans, Pumps, Pressurisation Units, Boilers, Heat emitters, Chillers, Ductwork and ancillary items.
  • Have a detailed working knowledge of compliance requirements to Building Regulations, Part L and other MEP sustainable and Net Zero design requirements.
Team

You will work closely with like-minded individuals on exciting and challenging projects. The Rail Station MEP team consists of more than 70 mechanical, electrical and public health engineers.

Qualifications
  • Experience of mechanical building services design in the rail environment, including heating, cooling, hot and cold water, and ventilation systems.
  • Chartership status with a UK Engineering Institution.
  • Understanding of the requirements of Network and/or London Underground standards.
  • Understanding of the design of controls/BMS for mechanical systems.
  • Understanding of above ground plumbing and waste systems, rainwater disposal systems and drainage systems.
Benefits & culture

We offer a hybrid working policy, part‑time and flexible arrangements, development and training, and a supportive environment focused on health and wellbeing.

Senior level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Professional Services

EEO statement

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.


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