Highways Design Engineer

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport consultancy in London is seeking a Highways Engineer to contribute to urban and public realm projects. You will be part of a collaborative team, focused on delivering innovative, sustainable solutions. The role requires a degree in Civil Engineering, experience in highways design, and proficiency in AutoCAD. The company offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a supportive culture that values work-life balance. Flexible working arrangements are available to suit your lifestyle.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

8% employer pension contribution

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in highways or transport infrastructure design.
• Working towards professional accreditation (ICE, CIHT or similar).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and coordination of urban highway schemes.
• Work closely with senior colleagues and apply technical knowledge.
• Deliver high-quality, sustainable engineering solutions.

Skills

Civil Engineering Degree

Experience in highways design

AutoCAD proficiency

Knowledge of S278 schemes

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Highways Engineer - London (Farringdon)

Salary: Competitive (based on experience) + Excellent Benefits + Performance Bonus

Flexible/Hybrid Working Available

Want to work on brilliant projects with a team of top-class engineers?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Highways Engineer to join one of London's leading independent transport consultancies, renowned for delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

You'll be part of a highly collaborative and growing team working on urban and public realm projects across London and the wider UK - from concept through to detailed design. The company has an outstanding reputation for technical excellence, career development, and employee wellbeing.

The Role

As a Highways Engineer, you'll contribute to the design and coordination of urban highway and public realm schemes, including S278 works and wider transport infrastructure projects. You'll apply your technical knowledge, work closely with senior colleagues, and help deliver high-quality, practical, and sustainable solutions.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in highways or transport infrastructure design
• Working towards professional accreditation (ICE, CIHT or similar)
• Proficient in AutoCAD for highways design (Civil 3D experience desirable)
• Knowledge of S278 schemes, urban streetscape, and public realm design
• Understanding of surface and sub-surface drainage principles
• Ability to produce accurate, well-coordinated design work to relevant standards
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills

What's on Offer

You'll be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Performance-related bonuses
• 25 days' annual leave plus your birthday off
• Private medical insurance (including mental health support via Vitality)
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Continuous training, CPD, and mentoring programmes
• In-house wellbeing perks - including massages and yoga sessions
• Regular socials and knowledge-sharing lunches

Why Join This Company?

This consultancy has won the CIHT "Employer of the Year" multiple times, is certified as a Great Place to Work, and is a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer. You'll enjoy a supportive, inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance.

Whether you're seeking part-time or full-time work, the company offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.

If you're a motivated Highways Design Engineer ready to take the next step in your career and work on some of London's most exciting urban infrastructure projects - we'd love to hear from you.

Contact

Will Herman

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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