Key Takeaways
- Join WSP's Graduate Programme in Engineering roles (HVAC, Control & Instrumentation, Mechanical, or Process Engineering).
- Opportunities available in Birmingham, Manchester, or Cardiff.
- Requires at least a 2:2 in a relevant bachelor's or master's degree.
- Start date: September 2027.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
About the Role
Join WSP's Graduate Programme in Property & Buildings, focusing on HVAC, Control & Instrumentation, Mechanical, or Process Engineering. You will contribute to projects that create controlled environments, optimise complex processes, and improve the performance of industrial facilities.
Opportunities are available in:
- Industry HVAC – Birmingham, Manchester or Cardiff
- Control & Instrumentation – Birmingham, Manchester or Cardiff
- Process and Mechanical Engineering - Birmingham, Manchester or Cardiff
Your Role and Team
As a Graduate in one of our Industry teams, you will contribute to exciting and innovative projects for industrial clients. You will work alongside experienced engineers and specialists, gaining exposure to the planning, design, and operation of industrial facilities. You'll help develop practical, safe, and sustainable solutions that improve client performance and drive ambitious ideas forward.
From day one, you will be encouraged to ask questions, share fresh perspectives, and build your confidence through guidance and exposure to varied project environments.
What We’re Looking For
- You will have, or be on track to achieve, at least a 2:2 in a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree. Please check the degree backgrounds considered for our graduate roles on our Property & Buildings and Industry webpage.
- You will be ready to start work in September 2027.
- You will have a genuine interest in industry and the facilities, systems, and processes that keep it moving.
- You will be curious, adaptable, and collaborative, with the motivation to solve practical engineering challenges.
- You will bring attention to detail and a flexible approach to changing project needs.
- You will be comfortable working with others, sharing ideas, and learning from specialists across multidisciplinary project teams.
- You will be motivated to create value for our clients and take ownership of your work and development.
- You will actively seek opportunities to learn, broaden your skills, and build your technical confidence.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? If you have the right qualifications for our roles, we encourage you to apply so we can consider how your experience aligns with this role and other opportunities available across our Graduate Programme.
Graduate Development Programme
Our two-year Graduate Development Programme is designed to help you build the skills, experience, and professional network needed to thrive at the start of your career with us. Through a blend of structured learning, mentoring, and hands-on experience, you will be supported every step of the way.
Application Process
Candidates must complete the application form in full, including all specific questions. If successful at this stage, you will be invited to complete an online assessment, containing a Cognitive Assessment, personality questionnaire, and Situational Judgement Test (SJT). All stages are essential parts of our early career’s recruitment process.
We review applications on a rolling basis and may progress candidates before the closing date, so we recommend applying as early as possible.