Senior Highway Engineer

Description

Senior Highways Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Highways Engineer to join a dynamic transport and infrastructure design team delivering a wide range of development–led highway schemes across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineer to take ownership of projects, lead on design delivery, and support the development of junior team members.

You will be involved in the full lifecycle of highway scheme, from early feasibility through to detailed design, technical approvals, and construction support, working on projects ranging from access improvements to complex junction and roundabout designs.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of highway schemes, including junction improvements, access arrangements, and roundabouts

Produce high–quality designs using Civils 3D and related design software

Prepare and support submissions for Section 278 technical approval in collaboration with Local Highway Authorities

Ensure all designs comply with DMRB, TSRGD, and relevant UK design standards

Undertake and review highway geometry, swept path analysis, and safety considerations

Develop solutions for highway drainage requirements, including surface water management

Liaise with clients, local authorities, and internal teams throughout the design and approval process

Mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to technical development within the team

Contribute to project planning, design reviews, and quality assurance processes

Key Requirements

Experience in UK highway design

Strong proficiency in Civils 3D (or equivalent highway design software)

Proven experience designing complex junctions, including roundabouts

Strong understanding of Section 278 agreements and technical approval processes

Good knowledge of DMRB standards and TSRGD requirements

Experience in highway drainage design and understanding of SuDS principles (advantageous)

Strong communication skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders

Demonstrated ability to mentor and support junior engineers

Proactive, detail–focused, and capable of managing multiple project deadlines

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on a wide variety of high–profile infrastructure and development projects

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Career progression opportunities within a growing technical team

Exposure to full project lifecycle delivery from concept to construction

Ad ID: 5419005510