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Posted 17 August, 2026

Highways Design Engineer

Kier Group
Manchester, England, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Team as an Engineer – Highways Design!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a passionate Engineer – Highways Design to become a vital part of our National Highways scheme delivery framework team based in Salford, Greater Manchester.

At our company, we believe in building teams around our people. We want to help you carve out a role where you can grow and thrive for years to come. With us, you’ll find market-leading development opportunities that support your journey from graduate to professional, including management training and ongoing technical development.

Location & Working Hours

Location: Salford, Greater Manchester

Hours: 37.5 hours per week - we offer flexibility, so just let us know what works for you!

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Responsibilities

As an Engineer – Highways Design, you will:

  • Prepare preliminary and detailed designs in line with approved procedures for local and national authorities.
  • Support the Senior Engineer with various design duties, including producing design schedules and health, safety, and welfare documentation.
  • Deliver technical and feasibility studies that meet client specifications.
  • Assess potential risks, materials, and costs while complying with guidelines and regulations.
  • Conduct on-site investigations and analyze data (maps, reports, tests, drawings, etc.).
  • Contribute to technical excellence and innovation, providing creative solutions to engineering challenges.
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients and authorities, promoting health & safety in the workplace.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if:

  • You are a member of a professional body or working towards IEng/CEng status.
  • You have a strong working knowledge of civil engineering design software, such as AutoCAD.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

  • Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Comprehensive training and development programs.
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us. We’re committed to ensuring that all employees have a voice in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something great at Kier.

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