2027 Graduate Programme - Energy Networks (T&D)

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, while building a career as unique as you. We are looking for graduates to join our Energy Networks (T&D) team in 2027, supporting the delivery of transmission and distribution infrastructure that connects renewable energy , strengthens grid resilience and helps create a secure, lower-carbon electricity network . Opportunities are available in: Newcastle and Scotland A little bit more about your role and the team… As a Graduate in our Energy Networks (T&D) teams, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of the transmission and distribution infrastructure that moves electricity safely and reliably from where it is generated to where it is needed. As demand grows and more renewable energy connects to the grid, this work is critical to creating a secure, resilient and lower-carbon energy system. You’ll work alongside multidisciplinary specialists across substations, overhead lines, underground cables, HVDC, FACTS devices and wider network solutions, supporting the engineering and delivery of critical infrastructure across the UK and beyond. From designing robust power networks to supporting the integration of clean energy, you’ll help improve system resilience and deliver long-term benefits for communities, businesses and the wider economy as the UK transitions to a net zero future. To find out more about our teams, degree backgrounds considered and what your day-to-day activities could include, please visit our Graduate Website: Graduate schemes with WSP | WSP What we’re looking for You will have, or be on track to achieve, at least a 2:2 in a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree. Please check the degree backgrounds considered for our graduate roles via our Graduate Website: Energy Graduate Opportunities | WSP You will have an interest in transmission and distribution networks, power systems and wider electricity infrastructure. You will be curious and analytical, with motivation to solve engineering challenges that support a secure, lower-carbon energy system. You will enjoy collaborating , sharing ideas and learning from specialists across project teams. You will create value by balancing technical, commercial, environmental and stakeholder priorities. You will be proactive in learning, developing your power engineering knowledge and taking ownership of your career growth. Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Should you have the right qualifications for our roles, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme. Our Graduate Development Programme Our two-year Graduate Development Programme is designed to help you build the skills, experience and professional network needed to thrive at the start of your career with us. Through a blend of structured learning, mentoring and hands-on project experience, you will be supported every step of the way. Application process Candidates must complete the application form in full, including all specific questions. If successful at this stage, you will be invited to complete an online assessment, containing a Cognitive Assessment, personality questionnaire and Situational Judgement Test (SJT). All stages are essential parts of our early careers’ recruitment process. We review applications on a rolling basis and may progress candidates before the closing date, so we recommend applying as early as possible. 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.