Senior Highways Design Engineer - Flexible Hours & Growth

Energy Jobline ZR; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier is seeking a Senior Highways Design Engineer for our Civil Engineering team in Salford. You will deliver highways designs, drawings and reports within the project brief and budget, while supporting the delivery framework and client requirements.

The role focuses on technical excellence, collaboration with the design team, and mentoring junior staff, with a strong emphasis on health and safety practices on site and at meetings.

Qualifications

• Membership in a professional body (IEng/CEng) or working towards one.
• Competent working knowledge of civil engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary and detailed highway designs in line with design procedures and briefs.
• Produce design drawings and supporting documentation within timescales and budget.
• Carry out technical and feasibility studies to meet client specifications.
• Assess risks, materials and costs, and deliver technical files and documentation.
• Oversee and mentor junior staff and maintain client relations while promoting health and safety.

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Kier is seeking a Senior Highways Design Engineer for our Civil Engineering team in Salford. You will deliver highways designs, drawings and reports within the project brief and budget, while supporting the delivery framework and client requirements.

The role focuses on technical excellence, collaboration with the design team, and mentoring junior staff, with a strong emphasis on health and safety practices on site and at meetings.