As **Head - Energy & Power** , you will provide strategic, technical, and operational leadership for the Energy & Power business and build a high-performing engineering capability that supports complex power and energy projects/programmes. The role will be accountable for building engineering capability, delivering technical excellence, aligning with the lead region's business needs, supporting GCC and business growth, and ensuring high-quality delivery across **Energy** (oil & gas, LNG, midstream, thermal) and **Power Generation** (hydro, renewables, nuclear), **Transmission & Distribution** , substations, HV/EHV systems, HVDC, grid infrastructure, renewable energy integration, and associated power engineering disciplines. This is a **high growth build-from-the-ground-up opportunity** . You will lead a young, engineering and deliver hands-on while establishing credibility with the lead region, and grow it into a full-scale engineering practice. You will work closely with technical leaders, regional Leaders, and multidisciplinary teams to build a scalable Energy & Power capability and position the organisation as a trusted engineering partner. This role reports directly to **Head - GCC Canada** . 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.** **www.wsp.com** **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. + 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 secure 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.** **Apply today.** **NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:** _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._ + Provide **leadership** for the Energy & Power engineering practice, establishing clear priorities for growth, capability development, quality, and delivery, in alignment with the lead region. + Provide **leadership and strategic oversight for the delivery of complex Energy & Power projects and programmes** across the full lifecycle, from feasibility and concept through detailed engineering and execution. This covers both Energy (gas compression and processing, midstream infrastructure, gathering systems, LNG, and thermal generation) and Power (generation, transmission & distribution, substations, and grid infrastructure). Ensure the right leadership, engineering capability, and governance are in place at mobilisation, with clear accountability for technical excellence, quality, risk, commercial performance, and client outcomes. + Lead and develop **engineering, process, and CAD capabilities** across **Energy** (oil & gas, LNG, biomass/biofuels, alternate fuels) and **Power** (nuclear, hydro, and renewables generation; transmission & distribution, substations, HV/EHV systems, HVDC, cable systems, power systems, and grid integration). + Establish and maintain strong **technical governance, engineering assurance, quality assurance, and technical risk-management practices** , ensuring solutions are fit for purpose, meet applicable client, contractual, statutory, regulatory, and technical requirements, and that significant engineering risks are identified, escalated, and appropriately addressed. + Build a strong **technical team and leadership structure** by developing SMEs, discipline leads, and emerging technical leaders. Drive **workforce planning, mentoring, succession planning, career development, and technical communities of practice** , building sustainable engineering capacity aligned with business demand. + Champion **technical excellence, innovation, and standardisation** , promoting effective adoption of engineering tools, digital solutions, automation, and industry best practices. + Drive collaboration across **onshore,
offshore, regional, global, and multidisciplinary teams** , enabling effective knowledge sharing, skills deployment, and integrated project delivery. + Develop and maintain senior relationships with regional leaders across Power Generation, Power Delivery, Energy & Process, and Nuclear, acting as a **trusted partner** . + Provide technical leadership for **work-winning and major bids** , including support for solution development, resource strategies, technical proposals, bid reviews, and client presentations in collaboration with lead region. + Partner with regional business-development and senior leadership teams to identify **growth opportunities, new services, and emerging markets** within Energy & Power. + Ensure engineering activities appropriately apply relevant **international, regional, and national codes and standards** (e.g., IEC, IEEE, CSA, NBC, NERC), CIGRE guidance, and utility/client specifications. + Represent the organisation at relevant **industry forums, conferences, and professional bodies** , strengthening external technical profile and market credibility. + Foster a culture centred on **safety, quality, collaboration, inclusion, innovation, and technical excellence** . + Degree in **Electrical, Mechanical, Power, or Chemical/Process Engineering** or a related engineering discipline. **Professional registration** (e.g., Chartered Engineer/PE) is a plus, along with eligibility to pursue P.Eng. + 15+ years of experience in the **Energy and Power sectors** (including **Transmission & Distribution** ), with 5+ years of leadership experience. + Strong technical, commercial, and strategic understanding of the **Energy sector** , including oil & gas, LNG, biomass, biofuels, thermal generation, and emerging low-carbon solutions, with insight into project lifecycles, regulatory environment, market drivers, and client priorities. + Strong understanding of multiple **Power-sector disciplines** , ideally including transmission & distribution, substations, HV/EHV systems, HVDC, cable systems, power systems, grid and renewables integration, and nuclear and hydro generation. + Working knowledge of **relevant tools and software** , such as AutoCAD, SP3D, BIM, and power-systems software like ETAP or PSS®E. + Proven **"builder" mindset** , with experience setting up and scaling engineering teams **from an early stage** . This includes defining structure, processes, quality standards, and ways of working, and recruitment, talent development, succession planning, and developing technical leaders, within a consultancy, utility, EPC, or engineering environment. + **Hands-on, player-coach leadership style** : willing to contribute directly to project delivery and technical reviews and lead by example, while building **trust and credibility with the lead region** and **coaching and upskilling early-career engineers and CAD teams** into higher-value engineering work. + Proven experience providing **technical governance, engineering assurance, and technical risk oversight** for complex infrastructure programmes. + Strong working knowledge of relevant **international, regional, and national codes and standards** (e.g., IEC, IEEE, CSA, NBC, NERC), CIGRE guidance, and utility/client engineering requirements. + Experience working with geographically distributed or **global engineering/delivery teams** . + Solid commercial awareness, with experience supporting **bids, proposals, work-winning, and strategic client development** , and the ability to engage and influence senior clients, project directors, business leaders, utilities, developers, and asset owners. + Strong leadership presence, with the ability to balance **people, technical, delivery, client, and commercial priorities** . **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".
📌 Head - Energy & Power (Noida)
🏢 WSP USA
📍 Noida