2026 Graduate Programme - Property & Buildings - IndustryBirmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomMiddlesbrough, Cleveland, United KingdomGreater Manchester, United KingdomCardiff, South Glamorgan, United KingdomJob DescriptionWhat if you could do the kind of work the world needs?At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.We are looking for Graduates for our Industry teams, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.We are recruiting for Graduates in the following services and locations:Industry Mechanical – The Mailbox, Birmingham, Manchester or StocktonIndustry Process Engineering – The Mailbox,Birmingham, Cardiff or TeessideA little bit more about your role and the team…Working as a Graduate in one of our Industry teams means contributing to exciting and innovative projects. Our industrial clients benefit from our deep understanding of industrial and energy processes, combined with the specialist skills and multidisciplinary expertise required to plan, design, build, and operate new assets. We also provide full life cycle services to support operating facilities across numerous industrial and manufacturing sectors in both developed and emerging markets.Whatever the scale of operations, we maximise output, devise solutions to improve safety standards and productivity, and translate the latest innovations and industrial processes into workable designs.You will be embedded in multidisciplinary teams and mentored by experienced engineers, gaining exposure to real-word challenges and innovative solutions.ProjectsOur Industry team have worked on countless assignments throughout the UK and beyond, and you will be helping deliver projects such as:Battery Electrolyte Manufacturing facilityBiotechnology Laboratory Projects, Food laboratories and BiopharmPrimary chemical pharma manufacture and General ManufacturingUtility projectsHigh purity distillation plant and Rare earth materials refining plantLNG plant capacity expansionCatalyst manufacturing plantHigh containment laboratory facilityIndustry – Chemicals, Advance Manufacturing & Pharmaceuticals/Life Sciences:Graduates working in our Chemicals team will build core competencies in process design, safety, simulation, sustainability and project delivery. Graduates will have exposure to a variety of tasks, working on live client projects across sectors like chemicals, pharmaceuticals and advanced manufacturing.Day-to-day activities could include:Process Design Support - Assisting in the development of PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams) and P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams). Supporting mass and energy balances for chemical processes. Participating in equipment sizing and specification (e.g., pumps, heat exchangers, reactors).Technical Documentation - Preparing design reports, datasheets, and specifications under supervision.Contributing to HAZOP studies, risk assessments, LOPA studies and design reviews.Maintaining version control and document traceability using project management tools.Software & Simulation - Using tools like Aspen HYSYS, AutoCAD, to assist in process modelling and layout design. Supporting simulations for process optimisation and safety analysis.Project Coordination - Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, civil).Attending client meetings and site visits to understand project requirements. Assisting in cost estimation and material take-offs.Learning & Development - Shadowing senior engineers to understand design standards and project workflows. Participating in internal training on industry codes (e.g., ASME, API, IEC).Working toward chartered status (e.g., IChemE) through structured development plans.Mechanical EngineeringGraduates in our Mechanical Engineering team will be involved in the specification of process and utilities equipment and industrial piping systems. Building core skills in their specialty, working on diverse client projects with support from Senior Engineers.Day-to-day activities could include:Writing specifications and data sheets.Liaising with suppliers.Co-ordinating within the internal design team, ensuring safety in design.Interfacing with clients.Graduate Development ProgrammeOur two-year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programmes include core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and resources, valuable networking opportunities, mentoring for professional registration and a breadth of on-the-job experience.Graduates working in our Industry teams can expect to register for a graduate training pathway to chartered engineer status, then options could include a technical/design role (with several technical specialisms), or project management, progressing in seniority in either.To find out more about Sectors and Specialisms we recruit our Graduates into, as well as qualification requirements, please click on the Graduate brochure or Graduate website link below.What we will be looking for you to demonstrateYou’ll have graduated with at least a 2:2 in a master’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject for the role you are applying for.To assist you in finding potential areas of the business that are relevant to you. Please visit our Graduate brochure or websiteGraduate brochure orGraduate WebsiteCandidates must complete the application form in full answering all specific questions. This requirement applies to all candidates, inclusive of their background. Successful completion of this stage is mandatory. Candidates who pass this initial stage, will then be required to complete an online skill enabler assessment. Both the application form and the skill enabler assessment are essential parts of the early career’s recruitment process.You'll be looking to start work in September 2026You’ll have a passion for working in our Industry sectorYou’ll have a desire for the future of our built worldYou will have an attention for detail along with a flexible mindsetYou’ll have a positive attitude and not afraid to ask questionsYou’ll have an enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problemsYou’ll want to inspire us, sharing new ideas you haveIn this team, you will be dealing with internal and external stakeholders and collaborating with colleagues and adapting to dynamic project environments.“Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Should you have the right qualifications for our roles, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme”.For further information regarding our Application & Selection process, including timelines for recruitment, please visit our Early Careers brochure -Application & SelectionWe review applications for our Early Career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we begin progressing some candidates to the final stages before the application closing date. To ensure your application receives full consideration, we recommend submitting it as early as possible.Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.With us, you can.Apply today.Job InfoJob Identification 73253Locations Wharfside Street, Birmingham, B1 1RT, GB Northshore One, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 2NB, GB 8 First Street, Manchester, M15 4RP, GB Tyndall Street, Cardiff, CF1 4BZ, GBPosting Date 09/12/2025, 08:12 AMAbout UsWe are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Work-life balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity & BelongingWe welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.Flex your timeTo enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.#WeAreWSPHere 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr