Highways Design Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Highways Design Engineer to oversee design work and aim for a Senior Engineer position. The role involves producing technical designs, preparing flood risk assessments, and collaborating with clients and contractors. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering, five years of experience in highways design, and knowledge of relevant processes. This is a fantastic opportunity for engineers seeking professional growth within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in highways or infrastructure design.
• Strong knowledge of S278, S38, S104 and S106 processes.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical designs for S278 and S38 highway schemes.
• Prepare flood risk assessments and SuDS based drainage solutions.
• Contribute to design reports, drawings, specifications and technical submissions.

Skills

Civil Engineering knowledge

S278, S38, S104 and S106 processes

AutoCAD proficiency

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

PDS

AutoTrack

Job description

Highways Design Engineer

Location: Bristol
Salary: Competitive plus benefits

A great opportunity has arisen for a Highways Design Engineer to join a growing consultancy that delivers high quality highway and infrastructure design across a wide range of regeneration, residential, education, healthcare and commercial schemes. This role is ideal for an engineer looking to take ownership of design work while progressing toward a Senior Engineer position within a supportive and professional team.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce technical designs for S278 and S38 highway schemes.
• Prepare flood risk assessments and SuDS based drainage solutions.
• Contribute to design reports, drawings, specifications and technical submissions.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and consultants to support approvals.
• Provide input during construction, including site visits and supervision tasks.
• Manage elements of project delivery with support from senior staff.

About You

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum five years' experience in highways or infrastructure design.
• Strong knowledge of S278, S38, S104 and S106 processes.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, PDS, AutoTrack and associated software.
• Motivated, organised and confident working independently.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.