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Principal Engineer - Electrical

WSP

Office

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Full Time

Responsibilities

  • Design of electrical systems at Railway Stations (above and below ground) through all design stages from concept to detailed design.
  • Design of low voltage reticulation and distribution systems (230/400Volt) including UPS sources.
  • Design of general lighting systems and emergency lighting systems.
  • Design of cable management systems (CMS) including trunking, tray, and conduits and the preparation of CMS sizing calculations and self-checking and presentation of results.
  • Operation of AMTECH / Electrical OM software to produce design for low voltage systems including selection of cable types, protective devices and self-checking and presentation of results. 
  • Prepare user requirements, technical specifications, design specifications and commissioning plans.
  • Provide technical guidance in planning and executing assigned projects.
  • Supervise and verify the work performed by the designers/ modeller to meet the requirements of the project.
  • Liaise with UK lead office to Estimate the budget and time associated with the projects within the area of expertise.
  • Ensure the compatibility of the Electrical discipline with other disciplines involved in the projects. 
  • Create a health and motivating work environment and atmosphere.
  • Develop a well designed and motivating evaluation program.
  • Responsible for overseeing all activities within a team. Manage a team and manage employee development, employee appraisal, and staff development etc. 
  • Identify team goals, evaluate team progress and resolve conflict.

Qualifications/ Technical Experience (e.g. Areas, Software)

  • Bachelor’s/master’s degree in electrical engineering.
  • Experience of 12-18 years’ of working with Electrical design. 
  • Qualifications meeting the requirements for Chartership with a UK Engineering Institution. 
  • Qualifications in the requirements of BS7671 (e.g. City & Guilds Requirements for Electrical Installations (2382). 
  • Extensive experience of working within a rail station environment and good working knowledge of Network Rail, TfL & LUL standards.
  • Experience of contributing to the electrical design on multidisciplinary projects and knowledge of rail design assurance processes. 
  • Good knowledge and understanding of the requirements necessary to develop and progress projects through the early stages of the lifecycle – LUL, GRIP and RIBA.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Problem solving and originality.
  • Flexible approach to work

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

With approximately 4,000 talented people across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than 73,000 globally, in 550 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

At “WSP” we draw on the diverse skills and capabilities of our employees globally to compete for the most exciting and complex projects across the world and bring the same level of expertise to our local communities. We are proud to be an international collective of innovative thinkers who work on the most complex problems. Unified under one strong brand, we use our local expertise, international reach and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems. True to our guiding principles, our business is built on four cornerstones: Our People, Our Clients, Our Operational Excellence and Our Expertise.

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  • Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future.
  • A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking.
  • A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.


Working with Us

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.


Our Hybrid Working Module

With us, you can operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.

  • Maximize collaboration.
  • Maintain product quality and cultural integrity.
  • Balance community, collaboration, opportunity, productivity, and efficiency.


Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our “Making Health and Safety Personal” initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.


Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.


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Join our close-knit community of over 73,300 talented global professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can make a difference in communities both near and far.

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WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

Principal Engineer - Electrical

Office

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Full Time

August 18, 2025

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