Overview

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We are recruiting graduates for our Energy Transition team, with opportunities across the UK and overseas in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. You will work in a collaborative environment on a diverse range of projects and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work on exciting and innovative projects across the UK and overseas in specialist services including Thermal Transition to Renewable Energy.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, technical and environmental issue analysis, engineering design, process modelling and construction management.
• Support long-term operational management services where applicable.
• Participate in project delivery across multi-disciplinary energy projects (e.g., carbon capture, hydrogen, wind, solar, storage, and gas networks).
• Assist in proposal development, client interactions, site visits and preparation of project documentation and 3D models.
• Develop mechanical deliverables, piping design, plant layouts, and structural design work (steel and concrete).

Projects and teams

Energy Transition teams deliver multi-disciplinary services to help clients achieve a net zero future. Projects include:

• Carbon capture plant integration with existing plants (e.g., CCGT, waste to energy).
• Green hydrogen generation plant design (e.g., PEM hydrogen).
• New CCGT plants and upgrades to gas networks.
• Pipelines routing studies, electrical and gas distribution design, and solar PV/battery storage projects.
• Onshore wind foundations and energy projects in the UK and overseas.

Energy Transition includes two main streams:

• Thermal Transition — decarbonising from thermal power to renewables including wind/solar, carbon capture, and energy distribution, across the UK’s electricity, gas, hydrogen, and CCS sectors. Day-to-day activities include designing and reviewing mechanical and process deliverables, creating 3D models, and site interactions.
• Renewable Power Generation — offshore/onshore wind, solar, and battery storage; advising on whole-life costs and project life cycle; activities include design, delivery, client engagement, and proposals.

Graduate Development Programme

Two-year programme focused on personal and professional development with blended learning, workshops, mentoring for professional registration, and on-the-job experience. Details are available via the Graduate brochure/website.

What We Will Be Looking For

• Graduation with at least a 2:2 in a master’s degree in a relevant subject.
• Ability to start in April or September 2026.
• Passion for consulting and an interest in structural engineering and design.
• Creativity, problem-solving drive, and the ability to work with stakeholders in dynamic environments.
• Willingness to align experience with opportunities across the graduate programme.

Application & Selection

Applicants should complete the application form in full and pass an online skill enabler assessment. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early applications are encouraged.

What’s In It For You

• Work-life balance with hybrid working and flexible office arrangements
• Inclusivity and belonging with employee resource groups
• Health and wellbeing benefits, Thrive programme, and Virtual GP
• Flexible benefits including gym discounts and menopause support
• Flexible time options (WSP My Hour) and part-time opportunities
• Development opportunities, mentoring, and chartership support

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates, including disabled applicants who meet essential criteria.