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Senior Systems Consultant (Intelligent Infrastructure)
United Kingdom
Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Bristol, Avon, United Kingdom
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom
London, London, United Kingdom
Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom
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Job Description
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.
We’re 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 exciting opportunities in the USA and Australia, and diversification into defence and security, energy, and national government sectors.
A little more about your role…
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.
- Have domain knowledge in a relevant industry, that could be transportation or 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.
- Your 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.
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.
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Job Info
- Job Identification88434
- Posting Date06/04/2026, 09:36 AM
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
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 & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied 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 a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. 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.
Your development
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.
#WeAreWSP
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.
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