Highway Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to join their team. The role involves leading design teams for highways and public realm projects, ensuring technical excellence. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, relevant software experience, and strong communication skills. This is an opportunity to work on significant transport infrastructure projects across the UK.

Benefits

Supportive environment for professional growth

Opportunities to work on landmark projects

Qualifications

• Experience in highway geometry design using relevant software.
• Knowledge of DM RB, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20, TSRGD.
• Strong skills in presenting design solutions to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leading design teams on highways and public realm projects.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for integrated engineering solutions.
• Engaging with clients to provide expert technical input.

Skills

Highway geometry design

Civil engineering knowledge

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Professional qualification (IEng/CEng) or working towards

Tools

Civils 3D

Drainage software (Causeway Flow, InfoDrainage, ACO’s QuAD)

Job description

Overview

Elb Recruit are representing a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the UK who are currently seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping local transport networks and infrastructure, working on high-profile schemes such as York Central with Homes England, the A641 Active Travel scheme in West Yorkshire, and, subject to confirmation, exciting new roles expected to be released under SDF2 with Highways, where this consultancy acts as a site support partner for NH.

The Role

As a Senior Highway Engineer, you will lead design teams on major highways and public realm projects, ensuring technical excellence and delivering sustainable, innovative solutions. You’ll be involved throughout the full project life cycle - from concept and preliminary design through to detailed design, construction support, and handover.

Responsibilities

• Leading significant aspects of highway design, including drawings, specifications, reports, and calculations.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and technicians.
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders to provide expert technical input and advice.
• Preparing and reviewing feasibility studies, design documentation, and technical reports.
• Ensuring all work is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.

About You

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional qualification (IEng/CEng) or working towards.
• Experience in highway geometry design using Civils 3D, and/or drainage software such as Causeway Flow, InfoDrainage, or ACO’s QuAD tool. (We’re happy to speak with engineers who have experience in just one of these.)
• Knowledge of DMRB, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20, TSRGD, MCHW, and Traffic Signs Manuals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present design solutions clearly to clients and stakeholders.
• Enthusiasm to lead teams and deliver high-quality outcomes on complex projects.

Why Join this consultancy?

This consultancy offers the chance to work on landmark regional and projects with a trusted and forward-thinking team. You’ll benefit from a supportive environment that promotes professional growth, career development, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on transport infrastructure across the UK.

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role that combines leadership, technical delivery, and the opportunity to influence the future of highways and active travel schemes, we’d love to hear from you.

Ready to take the next step? Simply click apply, or if you’d like to hear more about other opportunities in major highways and development infrastructure, get in touch with Pete at Elb Recruit.