Senior Design Engineer

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing infrastructure consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead highway schemes while managing a team. Candidates should have strong experience with Section 278/38 designs and project management. The role offers a collaborative environment with significant career development opportunities and generous benefits including private medical insurance and profit-sharing.

Benefits

Generous annual leave and bonus schemes

Private medical and dental insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Section 278 and Section 38 highway design schemes.
• Proven project management skills across a variety of highway and infrastructure projects.
• Solid working knowledge of DMRB, MCHW, and drainage design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of highway design schemes.
• Manage team performance and workloads.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards.

Skills

Section 278 and Section 38 highway design

Project management

Team leadership

CAD design (Civil 3D)

Technical judgement

Tools

Causeway Flow

PDS

Job description

Senior Design Engineer - Highways & Infrastructure Fleet - Hampshire
Permanent Excellent benefits package Growing consultancy with national reach
Looking for your next step as a Senior Design Engineer? This opportunity places you at the heart of a thriving, forward-thinking consultancy that delivers transport planning and infrastructure design solutions across the UK. With offices strategically located in the Midlands, North East, and South East, the company serves a wide portfolio of public and private sector clients, including major commercial developers.
The firm has built a reputation as a one-stop shop for transport and development consultancy services-offering expertise from initial planning through to detailed design, implementation, and operation. Their success is evident in the volume of repeat business and high-profile project wins.
As a Senior Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in managing complex Section 278/38 highways schemes and providing technical leadership to a growing team. You'll be empowered to influence project outcomes, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the highest standards of design delivery in line with national guidance such as DMRB and MCHW.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on while still contributing to strategic project direction. You'll be working alongside a collaborative senior management team that values innovation, professional development, and high-quality delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the delivery of highway design schemes, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Allocate resources effectively across priority tasks, managing team performance and workloads.
Oversee technical design work, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and statutory body requirements.
Prepare and review design information, technical reports, and contract documents.
Contribute to the development of design standards, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain a proactive approach to risk and health & safety, including CDM regulations.
What They're Looking For:
Strong experience with Section 278 and Section 38 highway design schemes.
Proven project management skills across a variety of highway and infrastructure projects.
Confident team leadership and mentoring experience.
Solid working knowledge of DMRB, MCHW, and drainage design using tools such as Causeway Flow and PDS.
Experience in CAD design (Civil 3D) and preparation of contract documentation.
Strong technical judgement and ability to liaise with key stakeholders on engineering matters.
Bonus Points If You Have:
Membership with a relevant Chartered Institute.
Experience with cost-estimating and commercial reporting.
A valid UK driving licence.
Perks and Benefits:
Generous annual leave and bonus schemes
Private medical and dental insurance
Life insurance cover
Cycle to work scheme
Profit-sharing opportunities
Free on-site parking
A supportive and inclusive culture that genuinely invests in your career
If you're looking for a new challenge with a consultancy where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your progression is a priority-this role could be the perfect fit.