Overview
As a Principal/Associate Mechanical Engineer in WSP’s Stations team, you will lead mechanical building services design for railway stations and railway buildings worldwide, delivering sustainable, low-carbon solutions. You’ll supervise design work, mentor colleagues, and engage with clients to realise large-scale rail projects. The role combines technical delivery with work winning and knowledge sharing within a global, collaborative culture. Your impact spans concept to handover, advancing net-zero goals and shaping landmark infrastructure.
Pay / Benefits
- Work-life balance
- Hybrid working policy
- Flexible working arrangements
- Thrive wellbeing programme
- Virtual GP service
- Gymflex scheme
Responsibilities
- Produce and supervise high-quality building designs for railway facilities
- Deliver sustainable, low-carbon solutions aligned with net-zero ambitions
- Mentor and supervise junior engineers and share knowledge across the global practice
- Interpret client specifications to translate requirements into designs
- Design pipework (heating, cooling, hot/cold water) and ventilation systems
- Select plant/equipment (AHUs, fans, pumps, boilers, chillers, ductwork, etc.)
- Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Part L, and other MEP standards
- Contribute from concept through handover on major rail station projects
- Engage with clients and support work-winning initiatives
- Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary, cross-functional team across UK and international locations
Key requirements
- Mechanical building services design experience in the Rail environment
- Chartership status with a UK Engineering Institution
- Understanding of Network Rail and/or London Underground standards
- Knowledge of controls/BMS for mechanical systems
- Experience in design of above-ground plumbing, waste, rainwater disposal, and drainage systems
- Team leadership and mentoring
- Client engagement and stakeholder communication
- Collaboration in cross-functional teams
- Heating, cooling, hot and cold water systems
- Ventilation system design
- Plant and equipment selection (AHUs, fans, pumps, boilers, chillers)
Mechanical Engineer (Principal/ Associate) - Rail employer: WSP Group
At WSP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among our talented team. As a Major Projects Executive in Western Australia, you will not only lead transformative transport infrastructure projects but also benefit from executive-level remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and robust leadership development pathways. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the support of a close-knit community dedicated to your professional growth and well-being.
