At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-impact programmes in transport and complex systems engineering.
- Company: Join WSP, a leader in Intelligent Infrastructure with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, flexible hours, and personal time for activities.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic, inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in transport and technology while working with top clients.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or relevant experience; systems thinking and assurance skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
At WSP, we are growing our Intelligent Infrastructure – Systems capability to meet the rising demand for our digital systems engineering team. We work predominantly in the UK roads sector, with opportunities in the USA and Australia, and diversification into defence and security, energy, and national government sectors.
We’re looking for a Senior Systems Consultant to help us deliver high-impact programmes for transport clients throughout the UK and overseas. You will be part of a team that uses a tailored blend of lifecycle, service and business change delivery methods to provide high-quality systems engineering consultancy to predominantly government clients.
In this role you will:
- Provide systems engineering and assurance consultancy to the design, integration and operation of complex control room environments, ensuring solutions are safe, compliant and deliverable throughout the full lifecycle.
- Lead the development of strategic advice, technical specifications, solution architecture and test assurance for complex systems programmes.
- Articulate the benefits of a systems engineering approach to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Apply thought leadership and build strong relationships with clients and suppliers, collaborating across disciplines and supply chains to address technical and operational challenges.
- Balance systematic processes with flexible systems thinking, adapting to project needs.
- Work independently in client‑facing environments, defining project requirements and employing a strong problem-solving mindset to navigate ambiguity.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:
- A degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience.
- Domain knowledge in a relevant industry, such as transportation, operational technology, business IT, software or engineering consultancy.
- Experience applying systems thinking and assurance practices, such as requirements management, hazard analysis, verification and validation.
- Experience leading systems assurance activities on sizeable projects and programmes, including client‑facing delivery and stakeholder engagement.
- Proficiency level against the INCOSE Systems Engineering Competency Framework.
- A passion for future technology.
Desirable but not essential experience:
- Experience within highly regulated environments such as defence, nuclear or similar.
Benefits:
- Work‑life balance: Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
- We also offer part‑time and flexible working arrangements, option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use bank holiday entitlement.
- “WSP My Hour” allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities.
Inclusivity: please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Senior Systems Consultant (Intelligent Infrastructure) in Surrey employer: WSP
At WSP, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our hybrid working policy, which promotes work-life balance, alongside flexible arrangements and opportunities for professional development. With a focus on meaningful projects in the transport sector and beyond, our team enjoys the unique advantage of contributing to high-impact programmes while working in a supportive environment that values inclusivity and personal well-being.
