Rail & Rail Systems Engineering Degree Apprenticeship - London (Rail Stations)
WSP UK LIMITED
WSP, 11 Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf , London (E14 4HD)
Closes on Friday 1 May 2026
Posted on 24 October 2025
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Summary
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.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Rail and rail systems senior engineer (integrated degree) (level 6)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week. Exact working hours to be confirmed.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 7 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
As a Rail & Rail Systems Engineering Degree Apprentice in our Rail Stations team in London you may be involved with you may be involved with taking concepts, ideas and designs from an architect or engineer and creating drawings using the software to match those given. Where practical, you’ll get the opportunity to visit site and see the projects you’ve been working on, coming to life.
Where you'll work
WSP, 11 Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf , London
E14 4HD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
Training course
Rail and rail systems senior engineer (integrated degree) (level 6)
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Training schedule
- You will attend University to study a Rail & Rail Systems Engineering Degree Apprenticeship and gain a BEng, and the opportunity to gain your Incorporated Engineer status with your chosen professional institution
- You will be enrolled onto a bespoke internal development programme to help you to attain the knowledge, skills and behaviours to successfully achieve your apprenticeship, and support your career in Rail & Rail Systems Engineering
- You will have the support of your team, line manager, mentor and buddy as well as a dedicated early careers team
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
A Level in:
BTEC in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
Other requirements
Candidates must complete the application form in full, answering all specified questions. This is mandatory for all candidates inclusive of their background. Those who pass this initial stage are required to complete an online skills enablers assessment. The application form and the skills enablers assessment are essential parts of our recruitment process. Please note that we reserve the right to close vacancies ahead of the advertised deadline, so we recommend applying as soon as you’re ready.
About this employer
As one of the world’s leading engineering consultancy firms, at WSP we’re passionate about the big questions, and big answers, naturally. For us that’s all about reaching beyond the expected to do work that’ll make a profound impact felt long into the future. We engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. We’ve been involved in many high-profile projects like The Shard, Crossrail, M1 Smart Motorway and the London Olympic & Paralympic Route Network.
http://www.wsp.com/ukapprenticeships (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Plus 2 paid days a year for volunteering, cheaper gym memberships, discounts with selected high street retailers, 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), WSP's Cycle to Work Scheme, reduced rates on gadget insurance and other benefits.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
- You will gain a Rail & Rail Systems Engineering degree apprenticeship with a bachelors' qualification. as well as completing your End Point Assessment (and your Incorporated Engineer status)
- As this is a permanent position, after gaining your degree, WSP will continue to be committed to your learning and development throughout your career with us
- You will have the opportunity to continue professional development and work towards gaining Chartered status or equivalent with your chosen institution, as well as the opportunity to pursue your further study and training goals
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000346869.
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Closes on Friday 1 May 2026
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