Transport Infrastructure Engineer

GHD; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Professional accreditation support

Competitive salary & benefits

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Transport Infrastructure Engineer to join its Transport & Mobility team. Based in Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle with hybrid working and three days per week in the office, the role focuses on transport, highways and drainage design across UK projects.

You will develop practical, sustainable solutions from feasibility through to detailed design, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver projects on time and to standard.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Progress toward professional accreditation (ICE or chartership).
• Experience in transport, highways or infrastructure design projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare transport and infrastructure designs, drawings and reports.
• Support feasibility studies and early design development.
• Analyse transport data to inform engineering solutions.
• Contribute to highway drainage and SuDS design.
• Assist with technical submissions and design coordination.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors and regulators on project delivery.
• Support work-winning activities and bid inputs.
• Maintain awareness of standards and apply digital tools for better outcomes.

Skills

Transport design

Highway design

Civil engineering principles

Data interpretation

Drainage modelling

Technical report writing

Client engagement

Education

Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering

Working towards ICE accreditation

Incorporated Engineer status (advantage)

Tools

Civil 3D

InfoDrainage

DMRB guidance

Job description

Transport Infrastructure Engineer

Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle | Hybrid Working | 3 Days per Week in the Office

At GHD, we are committed to solving some of the world's biggest challenges in the built environment. Our engineers, planners, designers and technical specialists work together to create sustainable, future-ready infrastructure that delivers lasting benefits for communities.

Job Description

Transport Infrastructure Engineer Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle | Hybrid Working | 3 Days per Week in the Office At GHD, we are committed to solving some of the world's biggest challenges in the built environment. Our engineers, planners, designers and technical specialists work together to create sustainable, future-ready infrastructure that delivers lasting benefits for communities.

We are looking for a Transport Infrastructure Engineer to join our growing Transport & Mobility team. This is an opportunity for an engineer with experience in transport, highways, infrastructure and drainage design to develop their technical skills while contributing to a diverse range of UK projects.

Working alongside experienced engineers and project managers, you will support the planning, design and delivery of transport and infrastructure schemes. These may include active travel and public realm improvements, highway schemes, development infrastructure, rail interfaces and wider mobility projects.

The Role

You will contribute to the development of practical and sustainable engineering solutions, supporting projects from feasibility and early-stage assessment through to detailed design, technical approval and construction.

You will also work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors and regulatory authorities to support successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare transport and infrastructure designs, engineering drawings, calculations, reports and technical documentation.
• Support feasibility studies, technical assessments and early-stage design development.
• Collect, analyse and interpret transport and traffic data to inform engineering solutions.
• Contribute to highway and infrastructure design, including Section 278 and Section 38 designs and technical submissions.
• Develop highway drainage, surface water management and SuDS solutions for infrastructure schemes.
• Undertake drainage design and modelling using appropriate industry-standard software.
• Apply relevant standards and guidance, including DMRB, Sewerage Sector Guidance and Local Authority requirements.
• Support the assessment and evaluation of engineering options, identifying technical constraints, risks and opportunities.
• Participate in site visits, inspections and surveys under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist with monitoring construction and improvement works, identifying and reporting technical issues.
• Support project delivery, programme coordination, contract administration and client requirements.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, contractors, regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders.
• Support work-winning activities, including technical input into bids and proposals.
• Apply digital tools and continuous improvement approaches to enhance project outcomes.
• Maintain awareness of relevant technical standards, regulatory requirements and emerging industry practices.
• Share technical knowledge and provide support to junior team members where appropriate.
• Take ownership of your professional development and work towards professional accreditation, if not already achieved.

What We’re Looking For

Education and Professional Development

• Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning or a related discipline.
• Working towards professional accreditation through an appropriate institution, such as ICE.
• Incorporated Engineer status, or progress towards chartership, would be advantageous.

Experience

• Typically 3 to 6 years’ experience in transport, traffic, civil or infrastructure engineering.
• Experience contributing to transport, highway or infrastructure design projects.
• Experience supporting feasibility studies, assessments and the development of engineering solutions.
• Knowledge or experience of Section 278 and Section 38 highway designs and technical submissions.
• Experience in highway drainage, surface water drainage or SuDS design.
• Familiarity with drainage modelling and hydraulic design principles.
• Experience preparing design packages under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Experience working within a consultancy or multidisciplinary project environment is desirable.
• Experience supporting junior team members would be advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Good understanding of transport, highway and civil engineering design principles.
• Ability to prepare engineering calculations, drawings, reports and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret transport, traffic and engineering information.
• Familiarity with industry design tools, ideally including Civil 3D and InfoDrainage.
• Knowledge of DMRB, Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance and Local Authority design standards.
• Understanding of Section 278 and Section 38 technical approval processes.
• Ability to evaluate technical options and contribute to sound engineering decisions.
• Understanding of project delivery, quality assurance and design coordination processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence engaging with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary project teams.

Core Competencies

• Technical Learning
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Thinking
• Effective Communication
• Collaboration
• Planning and Organisation
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement
• Continuous Improvement

Personal Attributes

• Enthusiastic and motivated to develop your engineering career.
• Proactive, curious and willing to learn from experienced colleagues.
• Able to navigate complex information and contribute to practical engineering decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to technical quality.
• Able to manage competing priorities and work effectively within a project team.
• Comfortable building positive relationships with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Collaborative, adaptable and interested in using innovation and digital tools to improve project outcomes.

Why GHD?

At GHD, you will join a global network of more than 11,000 professionals working together to deliver meaningful, community-shaping projects.

We offer:

• Hybrid working, with three days per week in our Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle office.
• A diverse range of transport, highway, infrastructure and drainage projects.
• Career development pathways supported by experienced technical leaders and global specialists.
• Structured support towards professional accreditation and chartership.
• Opportunities to contribute to work winning, client engagement and the development of junior colleagues.
• An inclusive and collaborative culture where your ideas are valued.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.

Our culture is built around:

Trust | Teamwork | Ownership | Curiosity | Flexibility

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