Highway Engineer

Balfour Beatty India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty Infrastructure India Pvt Ltd. in Bengaluru is seeking a Highway Engineer to design and deliver safe, efficient road infrastructure compliant with UK standards (DMRB, Manual for Streets).

You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and local councils to develop buildable, high‑quality solutions for international projects. The role requires 5–10 years in highway design (UK-focused preferred), proficiency in Civil 3D, OpenRoads, MX Roads, and swept-path analysis tools, and

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of progressive highway design experience.
• Experience on UK-based projects or with UK clients.
• Strong command of DMRB, TSRGD and Manual for Streets.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, OpenRoads and MX Roads.
• Ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and local authorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed highway designs including signalised and unsignalised junctions, roundabouts, and grade‑separated interchanges.
• Set up, manage, and streamline the highway design process using OpenRoads / MX Roads / Civil 3D.
• Produce key geometric design outputs including plans, profiles, cross‑sections and earthwork calculations.
• Prepare technical reports, design notes, and documentation for planning, tender and construction stages.
• Lead and coordinate with CAD technicians to deliver high-quality drawings and models.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, buildable design solutions.
• Engage with local councils, National Highways, contractors and JV partners for design reviews and approvals.

Skills

Highway design

UK standards knowledge

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Team coordination

Junction design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

Civil 3D

OpenRoads

MX Roads

Auto Track / Swept-path analysis

Job description

About us:

Balfour Beatty Infrastructure India Pvt Ltd. is part of Balfour Beatty; a leading global infrastructure group headquartered in the UK. Our India team works closely with international projects, contributing to the delivery of complex, high-impact infrastructure solutions. We offer a collaborative, structured environment with opportunities to learn, grow, and work on meaningful global projects.

About the role:

The Highway Engineer is responsible for designing and delivering safe, efficient road and highway infrastructure. The role ensures compliance with UK standards such as DMRB and supports technical design development. It involves coordination with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, including local councils, to achieve buildable and high‑quality solutions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop detailed highway designs—including signalised and unsignalised junctions, roundabouts, and grade‑separated interchanges) in accordance with UK standards such as DMRB, Manual for Streets, and local authority guidance.
• Set up, manage, and streamline the highway design process using OpenRoads / MX Roads / Civil 3D, ensuring efficient modelling, accuracy, and quality control.
• Produce key geometric design outputs including plans, profiles, cross‑sections, horizontal/vertical alignments, and prepare earthwork quantity calculations.
• Prepare technical reports, design notes, and documentation required for planning, tender, and construction stages, ensuring clarity and compliance with client and statutory requirements.
• Lead and coordinate with CAD technicians to deliver high‑quality drawings, models, and design packages.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—structures, drainage, traffic, environmental, and planning—to deliver coordinated, buildable design solutions.
• Engage with local councils, National Highways, contractors, and JV partners to support design reviews, approvals, and technical discussions.

Skills Required

• 5–10 years’ experience in highway design, preferably working on UK-based projects or with UK clients.
• Strong understanding of DMRB, Manual for Streets, TSRGD, and other UK highway and planning standards.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, Open Roads, MX Roads, and swept‑path analysis tools (e.g., Auto Track, Vehicle Tracking).
• Solid knowledge of geometric design principles, junction design, earthworks, pavement design fundamentals, and highway drainage interfaces.
• Strong report-writing, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to present design solutions clearly.
• Experience coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders, including local authorities and project management consultants.
• Ability to manage design packages independently while ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred) with 5–10 years of progressive experience in highway design.
• Able to lead and oversee design packages, guide junior engineers, and ensure high‑quality technical delivery.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience working with UK local councils, National Highways, and clients.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused professional with strong judgement, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative mindset.
• Work on high-impact, global infrastructure projects that challenge and grow your skills.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive, innovation-driven environment.
• Enjoy stable career progression with learning, development, and industry-standard perks.
• Thrive in a culture that values ownership, excellence, and collaboration

For more information : https://www.balfourbeatty.com/what-we-do/expertise/highways-services-and-asset-management/highways-services/