Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary package

About the Role
Start Date: Jan/Feb 2026
Ricardo Energy & Environment, a member of WSP, is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company with over 100 years of engineering excellence. Employing close to 3,000 people across more than 20 countries, we deliver innovative, cross-sector sustainable products and solutions to help create a safe and sustainable world.

We are seeking a Power/Electrical Engineer analyst consultant to join our Energy Infrastructure Transition team. This role is ideal for new graduates, Masters or PhDs, those starting their career, changing to a purpose-driven career, or returning from a break. You will gain valuable experience in an exciting and rapidly evolving sector.

The team consists of highly experienced professionals specialising in engineering, techno-economic, and management consultancy services for the energy sector, focusing on power, clean fuels, waste, and industrial decarbonisation. We cover strategy to implementation, addressing both technical and economic aspects.

From day one, you will support senior consultants in delivering projects, developing your understanding of the energy sector’s strategic, technical, commercial, and regulatory aspects. You will contribute to research, data analysis, techno-economic modelling, report writing, presentations, and proposal preparation. You will manage your time across multiple projects and ensure the quality and timely delivery of your work.

Example projects include network reliability and connection studies, smart grid and network innovation projects, feasibility and implementation studies for renewable energy, clean energy infrastructure transition for large energy users and complex sites, and developing regulatory frameworks in developing countries.

We offer a welcoming, inclusive workplace culture that values diverse perspectives and supports your professional growth. Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing are core to our culture, enabling you to thrive and make a positive impact through your work.

Experience
Suitable for new graduates, Masters or PhDs, or those at the start of their career. Previous work, internship, or course project experience in the energy transition industry or consultancy is desirable but not essential.

About you
Strong numeracy, analytical and communication skills.
Proactive, organised, and takes pride in quality work.
Passionate about energy sector transition, innovation, and sustainability.
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills, including formal report writing.
Ability to break down complex research questions, think creatively, and solve novel problems.
Fluency in English is essential.
Familiarity with Excel for data manipulation and modelling.
Desirable skills include knowledge of Python, Homer Pro, Helioscope, PV/Syst, DigSilent, PSS/E, Powerworld, and/or PLEXOS.
Fluency in additional languages such as Spanish, French, or Portuguese is a plus.

Qualifications
A strong degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or equivalent.