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In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move it’s vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2023 and beyond…

To find out more about our WSP Mining business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Sustainable Mining Solutions | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/sectors/mining)

YOUR NEW ROLE, WHAT'S INVOLVED?

• Producing and checking Engineering deliverables and developing engineering solutions including Design Calculations, Reports, Presentations and Drawings associated with thedesign of underground structures e.g, tunnels and shafts.

• Work as part of a diverse team of engineers, scientists and modellers from conceptual design through to detailed design and engineering for construction.

• Carry out engineering analysis and design using both simple and numerical models from either first principles or to codified processes.

• Conduct engineering research and development tasks to support innovative engineering solutions.

• Assist project managers in the successful delivery of projects by managing own involvement in projects, including time, budget and quality control.

• Occasional project-based travel and site work, working away both in the UK and overseas; the frequency and duration of this will depend on business and client needs.

• Carry out business development activities including preparation of technical proposals.

• Provide mentoring and coaching to other team members.

• Working in a collaborative way, supporting intermediate and senior staff, to achieve project goals.

• Display a ‘safety first’ attitude in line with an interdependent health and safety culture, promoting a positive health and safety attitude.

YOUR TEAM

Reporting into the Mining Business structure, the primary focus for the Design Engineer within the Underground Structures Team includes project delivery and direction, provision of technical expertise in engineering design, business development, understanding and maintaining our existing key client relationships, training and mentoring of junior staff and active development of new client relationships and opportunities in line with our strategy. This role is predominantly within the mining business, with the potential to also work with other sectors, including global infrastructure. As a team we are responsible for the design of undergrounds structures associated with mining projects, civils and utilities schemes, transport tunnels/structures as well as general ground support solutions.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.

• Demonstrable engineering experience, post-graduation.

• Understanding of structural principles and construction materials.

• Understanding of engineering drawings.

• Experience with design codes of practices.

• Ability to make decisions and display initiative, with an innovative and analytical approach to problem-solving.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent time-management, time-keeping and organisational capabilities, and ability to work to tight deadlines.

• Proficient user of Microsoft Office packages.

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We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/who-we-are)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

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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.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

• Focus on essential qualifications, skills and experience to provide greater scope for inclusion.