Highway Design Engineer

This role offers the chance to contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of transportation and urban infrastructure. As a Highway Design Engineer, you will be at the forefront of designing and improving trunk roads, local authority road networks, active travel routes, and public realm projects.

The role is offered on a temporary (PAYE) basis until end of January 2025 at least

**Why This Role Stands Out:**

- **Professional Growth:** Engage with a variety of challenging projects that enhance your expertise and broaden your skill set.
- **Collaborative Environment:** Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about engineering excellence.
- **Innovative Tools:** Utilise cutting-edge software and design tools to deliver high-quality solutions.
- **Impactful Work:** Play a pivotal role in projects that improve public safety, mobility, and community well-being.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Develop comprehensive designs for trunk roads, local authority road networks, active travel, and public realm projects.
- Create detailed design drawings using AutoCAD.
- Prepare design specifications in line with the UK Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW).
- Draft Vehicle Restraint Systems (VRS), Earthworks, and Traffic Sign schedules (preferred).
- Conduct Designer’s Risk Assessments to ensure safety and compliance.
- Estimate project costs with precision.

**Essential Skills and Experience:**

- Profound knowledge of highway geometry and ancillary works design, adhering to UK DMRB, UK MCHW, Local Authority Guidelines, UK Traffic Signs Manual, UK Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions, and LTN1/20 and LTN1/24 in England.
- Proficient in Civil 3D and AutoCAD design software packages.
- Familiarity with the UK DMRB RRRAP VRS design tool (preferred).
- Experience with Causeway (PDS) Line and Sign design software packages (preferred).
- Competent in using ProjectWise common data environment.

This role is ideal for a dedicated Highway Design Engineer eager to make a tangible difference in the field of civil engineering. If you possess the required skills and experience, this position offers a platform to excel and advance your career in a supportive and dynamic setting.

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Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.