Technology Design Engineer – Flexible Hours & Infrastructure

Kier Group; Stretford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group in Manchester/Newcastle/Birmingham is seeking a Technology Design Engineer to join our highways-focused design team. You will contribute to integrated digital and roadside technology systems, delivering robust designs that meet standards and client requirements.

You will develop technology design packages (ITS, communications, power, digital infra), produce drawings and specs, and collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to drive safe, future-ready infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Electrical, Electronic, Communications, or Technology Engineering
• Experienced in highways or infrastructure technology design
• Knowledgeable about National Highways standards and design requirements
• Able to demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Skilled in communication and stakeholder engagement with a collaborative approach

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering technology design packages including ITS, communications, power, and digital infrastructure systems
• Producing and reviewing design documentation, drawings, specifications, and calculations to ensure compliance with industry standards
• Applying technical assurance frameworks and undertaking design reviews and independent checks
• Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to align design outputs
• Contributing to innovative approaches and continuous improvements in design processes and digital engineering

Skills

Highways design

Infrastructure design

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Communications/Technology Engineering

Job description

Kier Group in Manchester/Newcastle/Birmingham is seeking a Technology Design Engineer to join our highways-focused design team. You will contribute to integrated digital and roadside technology systems, delivering robust designs that meet standards and client requirements.

You will develop technology design packages (ITS, communications, power, digital infra), produce drawings and specs, and collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to drive safe, future-ready infrastructure.