Principal Engineer - Liveable Places

Job Description

The appointed candidate will be supporting the successful Junctions teams which are working on a wide variety of high-profile projects across the UK and internationally. They will be involved in the development and application of traffic signals, junction design and analysis and providing support services for the submission of Signals schemes.

Develop and maintain junction models using industry‑standard software (e.g., LinSig, Junctions 9/10, TRANSYT)

Conduct capacity assessments, delay analysis, and queue length evaluations for signalized and priority junctions.

Interpret modelling outputs and prepare clear, concise technical reports for internal teams and external stakeholders.

Collaborate with transport planners, engineers, and project managers to integrate modelling results into wider transport strategies.

Ensure models are calibrated and validated against observed traffic data.

Provide technical input for planning applications, feasibility studies, and design development.

Lead, motivate, and support a team to achieve project and organizational goals.

Allocate tasks effectively, ensuring alignment with team members’ skills and project requirements.

Monitor progress, provide constructive feedback, and drive continuous improvement.

Act as the primary point of contact between the team and senior management.

Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, encouraging innovation and problem‑solving.

Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and timelines.

Support professional development through coaching, mentoring, and training opportunities.

Prepare and present regular reports on team performance, challenges, and achievements.

Responsibilities

• Quality checks of data and drawing outputs;
• Take ownership of tasks assigned and search for solutions where required;
• Zeal to grow self and dedication towards working independently/ with minimal guidance where required;
• Ensure that Health & Safety is embedded into all work practices in line with company policies;
• Clear communication (verbal and written) with colleagues in India and the UK on all matters – project related technical communication and day-to-day matters;
• Work within project constraints; such as time, budget and resource; and
• Attend and contribute in team and project meetings;
• Complete accurate timesheets by set deadline.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Mandatory Skills

• Lead, motivate, and support a team to achieve project and organizational goals.
• Allocate tasks effectively, ensuring alignment with team members’ skills and project requirements.
• Monitor progress, provide constructive feedback, and drive continuous improvement.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the team and senior management.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, encouraging innovation and problem‑solving.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and timelines.
• Support professional development through coaching, mentoring, and training opportunities.
• Prepare and present regular reports on team performance, challenges, and achievements.
  
  
  

Desired Skills

• Understanding of Transport and General principles;
• Previous Highways Design related experience;
• Previous experience using LinSig software.
• Working towards a recognised professional qualification. I.e. (ICE, CIHT etc.)
  
  
  

Qualifications Required

• Bachelors in civil engineering;
• Masters in Transport Planning or equivalent;
  
  
  

Years of experience

• Post Graduate with to up to 9 years’ experience
  
  
  

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.
  
  
  

About Us

WSP is one of the worlds 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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We are

• 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.
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• 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.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

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.

With us, you can.

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