Technology Design Engineer - Highways & ITS

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

Job summary

Kier Design in Manchester/Newcastle/Birmingham is seeking a Technology Design Engineer to deliver integrated digital and roadside technology designs within the highways sector.

The role focuses on producing robust designs, ensuring compliance with National Highways standards, and collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary teams to drive continuous improvements in digital engineering.

Qualifications

• Degree level in Electrical, Electronic, Communications, or Technology Engineering.
• Experience in highways or infrastructure technology design.
• Knowledge of National Highways standards and design requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Skilled in communication and stakeholder engagement with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop technology design packages including ITS, communications, power, and digital infrastructure systems.
• Produce and review 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

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Communications, or Technology Engineering

Job description

Kier Design in Manchester/Newcastle/Birmingham is seeking a Technology Design Engineer to deliver integrated digital and roadside technology designs within the highways sector.

The role focuses on producing robust designs, ensuring compliance with National Highways standards, and collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary teams to drive continuous improvements in digital engineering.