At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead lighting and electrical design on exciting public-realm projects from concept to construction.
- Company: Innovative firm with a focus on creative lighting solutions and a supportive culture.
- Benefits: £32,000 salary, 9-day fortnight, fully remote work, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Flexible hours, device-off policy after hours, and opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and grow your skills while making a real impact in the industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in lighting or electrical design; EngTech registration preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 32000 £ per year.
Lead lighting and electrical design on public-realm schemes, concept to construction.
Full-time Remote Monthly travel
The role
You'll work directly with our Director on live commissions across our project pipeline: a mix of lighting design, electrical calculations, producing drawings and schedules, and supporting design risk and CDM deliverables. We work across a wide range of project types and sectors, meaning there is genuine room to grow into running schemes yourself.
What we're looking for
- Design experience in lighting, electrical or building services — what you can do matters more to us than how you got there
- EngTech registration preferred (or actively working towards it); a degree is not required
- Comfortable with technical detail, British Standards, industry guidance, and best practice
- Clear written communication and an organised, self-directed style
- Right to work in the UK
Nice-to-have knowledge: Lighting Reality, DIALux EVO, AutoCAD, ElectricalOM, Unreal Engine 5, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite.
What we offer
- £32,000 salary
- 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off, without working extended hours)
- Fully remote with flexible hours (core hours 10:00-16:00)
- Device-off policy after hours, no expected response outside of business operating hours
- 24 days annual leave, Christmas shutdown (1 week), day off on your birthday
- 1 day per quarter for volunteering or community work
- Enhanced parental leave
- Funded development pathway towards EngTech / IEng, with CPD support through the ILPand SLL
- Healthcare cash plan
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Lighting Design Engineer employer: Theilp
WSP is an excellent employer for Lighting Engineers, offering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. With hybrid working options and a commitment to employee development, you will have the chance to lead impactful projects while mentoring the next generation of professionals. Located across multiple UK sites, WSP provides a supportive environment that fosters growth and progression towards Chartership.
