Highways Engineer

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

WSP My Hour

Additional leave

Thrive programme

Virtual GP

Gymflex

Flexible working

Job summary

WSP is looking for a Highways Engineer to join our Local Government teams in Exeter or Taunton. You will contribute to major highways, bridges and infrastructure projects for local authorities, supported by colleagues across WSP.

The role offers hybrid working, strong development opportunities and access to health and wellbeing programmes such as Thrive, Virtual GP and Gymflex, with flexible leave options.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience within a highway design environment.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary highway design across different project stages.
• Technical knowledge in road geometry, junction design, active travel schemes, drainage systems, road restraint systems, and traffic signs/road markings.
• Proficiency in design software such as Autodesk Civil 3D, Bentley OpenRoads Designer, InfoDrainage, and/or PDS.

Responsibilities

• Developing highway designs on multi-disciplinary projects through the various stages of the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring projects are delivered to programme, budget, technical standards, and legal requirements.
• Assisting Project Managers with planning, programming, technical input, pricing of project briefs, proposals, and cost estimation.
• Preparing design documentation, drawings, reports, and technical submissions.
• Working across a portfolio of varied multi-disciplinary projects simultaneously.
• Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Supporting site-based activities on an ad hoc basis, including supervision and monitoring contractor compliance with contract requirements.

Skills

Highways design

Civil Engineering degree

Multi-disciplinary design

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bentley OpenRoads

InfoDrainage

PDS

Traffic signs/road markings

Team collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

InfoDrainage

PDS

Job description

Job Description

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and collaborate with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives and experience a world of opportunity to shape a unique career.

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Highways Engineer to join WSP Local Government teams based in either our Exeter or Taunton offices. You will work within a collaborative team delivering a wide range of significant highways, bridges, and infrastructure projects for several local authority clients across the county. You will be supported by colleagues from across WSP who provide additional resources and specialist expertise to deliver high‑quality services.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing highway designs on multi‑disciplinary projects through the various stages of the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring projects are delivered to programme, budget, technical standards, and legal requirements.
• Assisting Project Managers with planning, programming, technical input, pricing of project briefs, proposals, and cost estimation.
• Preparing design documentation, drawings, reports, and technical submissions.
• Working across a portfolio of varied multi‑disciplinary projects simultaneously.
• Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Supporting site‑based activities on an ad hoc basis, including supervision and monitoring contractor compliance with contract requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• A passion for design and a drive to develop innovative, practical engineering solutions.
• A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience within a highway design environment.
• Experience in multi‑disciplinary highway design across different project stages.
• Technical knowledge in road geometry, junction design, active travel schemes, drainage systems, road restraint systems, and traffic signs/road markings.
• Proficiency in design software such as Autodesk Civil 3D, Bentley OpenRoads Designer, InfoDrainage, and/or PDS.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy offering the flexibility to work from home up to two days a week.
• Work‑life balance support, including "WSP My Hour" for personal activities and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Health & Wellbeing programmes such as the Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, and Gymflex scheme.
• Flexibility for part‑time and flexible working arrangements, plus adjustment for reasonable workplace needs.

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We encourage people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work and celebrate integrity, respect, and inclusion.

Fair Employment Statement

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.