What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. A little more about your role We are looking for an experienced professional with strong capability in groundwater and water environment EIA to lead technically complex projects across the UK and internationally. You will apply your hydrogeological expertise across groundwater assessment, conceptualisation, modelling, WFD assessment and wider water environment disciplines, supported by a national team of more than 350 specialists. We can appoint at either Principal or Senior level depending on experience and offer flexible and hybrid working, with opportunities across multiple UK offices. Why this role is a strong opportunity Lead major infrastructure EIA and groundwater investigations You will guide technical inputs for nationally significant projects, including planning and DCO submissions for the energy, water, transport and power sectors. Shape our groundwater and water EIA capability You will influence how WSP delivers assessments across groundwater, WFD, hydrogeology, peatland, water resources and environmental permitting. Collaborate within a highly skilled national team You will work with specialists across Sustainable Water Management and Earth and Environment, with access to some of the most exciting infrastructure portfolios in the UK. Mentor and grow others You will develop junior colleagues and help strengthen senior technical capability within the national team. Flexible locations and career pathways We have growth opportunities in Newcastle, Glasgow, Bristol, London and Liverpool, with roles also available in Manchester, Leeds, Wrexham and Basingstoke. What you will do Lead and coordinate groundwater and water environment inputs for EIA, WFD and major infrastructure planning. Manage client relationships, project delivery, scope, budget and programme. Review and assure technical outputs, with Principal roles providing final approval. Contribute to proposals and help develop new business opportunities. Provide technical guidance, training and support to junior colleagues. Contribute to innovation and development of WSPs groundwater and water EIA services. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the UK. What you will bring Experience in groundwater and wider water EIA, including groundwater investigations, hydrogeological assessments, WFD and related studies. Experience supporting planning and permitting for major infrastructure projects, ideally including DCO processes for Principal level. Strong understanding of the UK regulatory context for groundwater, water environment assessment and EIA. Ability to manage project budgets, risks and teams appropriate to your grade. Strong communication skills with experience managing client and stakeholder relationships. A degree in environmental, geographical, science or engineering disciplines. Chartered status (LGS or CIWEM) for Principal roles, or working toward chartership for Senior roles. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. A little more about your role We are looking for an experienced professional with strong capability in groundwater and water environment EIA to lead technically complex projects across the UK and internationally. You will apply your hydrogeological expertise across groundwater assessment, conceptualisation, modelling, WFD assessment and wider water environment disciplines, supported by a national team of more than 350 specialists. We can appoint at either Principal or Senior level depending on experience and offer flexible and hybrid working, with opportunities across multiple UK offices. Why this role is a strong opportunity Lead major infrastructure EIA and groundwater investigations You will guide technical inputs for nationally significant projects, including planning and DCO submissions for the energy, water, transport and power sectors. Shape our groundwater and water EIA capability You will influence how WSP delivers assessments across groundwater, WFD, hydrogeology, peatland, water resources and environmental permitting. Collaborate within a highly skilled national team You will work with specialists across Sustainable Water Management and Earth and Environment, with access to some of the most exciting infrastructure portfolios in the UK. Mentor and grow others You will develop junior colleagues and help strengthen senior technical capability within the national team. Flexible locations and career pathways We have growth opportunities in Newcastle, Glasgow, Bristol, London and Liverpool, with roles also available in Manchester, Leeds, Wrexham and Basingstoke. What you will do Lead and coordinate groundwater and water environment inputs for EIA, WFD and major infrastructure planning. Manage client relationships, project delivery, scope, budget and programme. Review and assure technical outputs, with Principal roles providing final approval. Contribute to proposals and help develop new business opportunities. Provide technical guidance, training and support to junior colleagues. Contribute to innovation and development of WSPs groundwater and water EIA services. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the UK. What you will bring Experience in groundwater and wider water EIA, including groundwater investigations, hydrogeological assessments, WFD and related studies. Experience supporting planning and permitting for major infrastructure projects, ideally including DCO processes for Principal level. Strong understanding of the UK regulatory context for groundwater, water environment assessment and EIA. Ability to manage project budgets, risks and teams appropriate to your grade. Strong communication skills with experience managing client and stakeholder relationships. A degree in environmental, geographical, science or engineering disciplines. Chartered status (LGS or CIWEM) for Principal roles, or working toward chartership for Senior roles. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today.
Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a background in the nuclear sector to be engaged on a permanent basis in Reading, Bristol, Warrington, Preston or Leicester with hybrid/remote working. Key duties: Promote effective co-operation across Engineering and other functional teams Assist in effective management of the customer, including liaison and relationship development with existing and new customers, to aid the development of business, resolution of technical and delivery issues, and such that the customer is fully briefed and informed of progress Ensure procedures, codes and standards are correctly identified and applied to engineering and technical activities Ensure task and project risks are communicated and managed appropriately Produce, review and approve calculations, analyses, drawings, models, design basis documentation and technical reports as assigned Assessing the implications of changes, concessions and queries Maintaining the engineering configuration, ensuring the overall design intent and integrity is maintained throughout design lifecycle Evaluate technical issues in order to develop proposals for investigations and/or solutions, including process improvements Provide support to the Project Manager for the planning, control and delivery of tasks and projects Make engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority Act as Technical Authority or Engineering Lead when authorised to do so. Exercise care for own health and safety and that of others as defined by Health and Safety legislation, adhere to endorsed Company policy, procedures and delegations (e.g. Health & Safety, Diversity & Inclusion, Performance & Development Reviews and Finance etc.) Essential experience: Nuclear experience is not a necessity, we welcome applications from all engineering backgrounds. You are someone who owns and delivers, who champions high performance and is courageous to challenge the status quo. Knowledge of CAD tools and General Engineering Drawing Practice. Ability to build strong and influential relationships with key stakeholders. Experience leading a team. Qualifications: Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, or equivalent experience. Holds or has the ability to obtain Chartered status. For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed) Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives. Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear. Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities
Oct 07, 2025
Contractor
Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a background in the nuclear sector to be engaged on a permanent basis in Reading, Bristol, Warrington, Preston or Leicester with hybrid/remote working. Key duties: Promote effective co-operation across Engineering and other functional teams Assist in effective management of the customer, including liaison and relationship development with existing and new customers, to aid the development of business, resolution of technical and delivery issues, and such that the customer is fully briefed and informed of progress Ensure procedures, codes and standards are correctly identified and applied to engineering and technical activities Ensure task and project risks are communicated and managed appropriately Produce, review and approve calculations, analyses, drawings, models, design basis documentation and technical reports as assigned Assessing the implications of changes, concessions and queries Maintaining the engineering configuration, ensuring the overall design intent and integrity is maintained throughout design lifecycle Evaluate technical issues in order to develop proposals for investigations and/or solutions, including process improvements Provide support to the Project Manager for the planning, control and delivery of tasks and projects Make engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority Act as Technical Authority or Engineering Lead when authorised to do so. Exercise care for own health and safety and that of others as defined by Health and Safety legislation, adhere to endorsed Company policy, procedures and delegations (e.g. Health & Safety, Diversity & Inclusion, Performance & Development Reviews and Finance etc.) Essential experience: Nuclear experience is not a necessity, we welcome applications from all engineering backgrounds. You are someone who owns and delivers, who champions high performance and is courageous to challenge the status quo. Knowledge of CAD tools and General Engineering Drawing Practice. Ability to build strong and influential relationships with key stakeholders. Experience leading a team. Qualifications: Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, or equivalent experience. Holds or has the ability to obtain Chartered status. For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed) Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives. Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear. Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities
Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security industry, is currently seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with significant experience in electronics design, aiming to contribute to innovative defence technologies. Key Responsibilities: Leading and overseeing electronics design projects from concept to completion Designing, developing, and testing electronic systems and components Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and successful delivery Developing and implementing innovative solutions to meet defence and security requirements Conducting thorough evaluations and risk assessments of electronic designs Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Maintaining accurate and detailed project documentation Job Requirements: Extensive experience in electronics design within the Defence & Security sector Proficiency in designing and testing electronic systems and components Strong leadership and team management skills Proven ability to solve complex technical challenges Excellent communication and collaboration abilities In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements Degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field Benefits: Competitive salary Opportunities for career advancement and professional development Engaging and innovative work environment Comprehensive employee benefits package Supportive and collaborative team culture If you are an experienced Principal Electronics Engineer eager to drive technological advancements in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security industry, is currently seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with significant experience in electronics design, aiming to contribute to innovative defence technologies. Key Responsibilities: Leading and overseeing electronics design projects from concept to completion Designing, developing, and testing electronic systems and components Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and successful delivery Developing and implementing innovative solutions to meet defence and security requirements Conducting thorough evaluations and risk assessments of electronic designs Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Maintaining accurate and detailed project documentation Job Requirements: Extensive experience in electronics design within the Defence & Security sector Proficiency in designing and testing electronic systems and components Strong leadership and team management skills Proven ability to solve complex technical challenges Excellent communication and collaboration abilities In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements Degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field Benefits: Competitive salary Opportunities for career advancement and professional development Engaging and innovative work environment Comprehensive employee benefits package Supportive and collaborative team culture If you are an experienced Principal Electronics Engineer eager to drive technological advancements in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team.
