Senior/ Principal Consultant - Rolling Stock & Depots

What 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.

A little bit more about your role: We are looking for consultants to join the Rolling Stock & Depots team at WSP. The team provides support to clients in the UK rolling stock industry and rolling stock expertise into broader rail projects delivered by WSP in the UK and globally. We are engineers, but we can also think commercially and operationally. Our work covers light rail, metro, regional, high-speed, freight, and road-rail vehicles. We work across the whole rolling stock product life-cycle, from concept, feasibility, procurement and design through to manufacture, service introduction, maintenance, and overhaul. Additionally, we have expertise in depot design and operations.

You will be responsible for providing rolling stock consultancy advice to internal and external clients. You may be asked to take on project responsibilities including planning, project management, and bidding for new work. You will engage with our clients and take a pro-active role in WSP UK and global communities. We will expect you to build and use your network both externally and internally to solve problems and generate new work.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:

• An individual looking to gain breadth and depth in their rail career.
• Technical rolling stock experience, gained in a variety of rail environments.
• An interest in the UK and international rolling stock market.
• An ability to build successful relationships and communicate effectively.
• Organisational skills, able to plan and manage tasks.
• Chartered or working towards chartership.

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.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work-life balance: At 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 & Diversity: We welcome applicants with diverse 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 diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• Health and Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. 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 time: To 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.
• Development and Training: 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.

Here 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.