Key Takeaways
- Join WSP's Asset Design team in September 2027 as a Graduate.
- Work on sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure projects across various locations.
- Requires at least a 2:2 in a relevant bachelor's or master's degree.
- Two-year Graduate Development Programme with structured learning and hands-on experience.
About the Role
WSP is looking for graduates to join their Asset Design teams in 2027. This role involves working in a leading engineering and professional services consultancy, shaping sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure from early optioneering through to design and commissioning.
Opportunities are available in:
- MEICA (Mechanical & Electrical): Mechanical – Glasgow. Electrical – Newcastle.
- Civil Engineering: Belfast
- Project Management: Birmingham, London, Leeds & Newcastle
Your Role and Team
As a Graduate in the Asset Design team, you will help create water and wastewater infrastructure that keeps communities safe, resilient and thriving. You will work across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical instrumentation, energy and process engineering, supporting projects from early optioneering through to design and commissioning to deliver sustainable solutions.
You will be part of multidisciplinary teams working on real-world projects, assessing options, developing designs, supporting construction and commissioning, and considering asset lifecycle performance. The team challenges assumptions and refines options to help clients make risk-based decisions that champion no-build and low-build solutions, reducing environmental impact and delivering long-term value.
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.
- You will be looking to start work in September 2027.
- You will be interested in water and wastewater infrastructure, asset design and sustainable engineering.
- You will be curious, collaborative and motivated to solve technical challenges.
- You will enjoy sharing ideas and learning from multidisciplinary project teams.
- You will balance technical, commercial, environmental and stakeholder needs.
- You will be keen to learn, build your skills and take ownership of your development.
Our Graduate Development Programme
This is a two-year programme designed to help you build the skills, experience, and professional network needed to thrive at the start of your career. It includes a blend of structured learning, mentoring, and hands-on project experience.
Application Process
Candidates must complete the application form in full. Successful applicants will be invited to complete an online assessment, including a Cognitive Assessment, personality questionnaire, and Situational Judgement Test (SJT).
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates may be progressed before the closing date. Early application is recommended.