Highways Technology Engineer in Snaith

Are you ready to make a tangible impact on the UK's strategic road network? We’re recruiting for a Highways Technology Engineer to join our dynamic Area 12 team, where innovation meets infrastructure.

Primary location: West Cowick Maintenance Compound, Goole, DN14 9ED. This role is primarily remote with required travel to multiple sites. Standard hours: 45 hours per week, Monday – Friday, rotating days and nights, including participation in a standby rota.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive maintenance of roadside technology equipment including signs, signals, CCTV, emergency roadside telephones, queue protection and traffic‑counting equipment (radar) and weather stations.
• Perform planned cyclic maintenance in accordance with client requirements, manufacturer guidelines and British Standards.
• Conduct electronic diagnostic checks on highway communications assets for fault identification and resolution.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation covering maintenance actions, fault findings, upgrades and asset conditions.
• Provide expert technical advice to colleagues, clients and contractors on procedures, issues and best practices.
• Assist with project administration and control including progress tracking, resource management and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with third parties (contractors, suppliers, local authorities) during deployment and integration of new communications infrastructure.
• Participate in system upgrades, technology enhancements and commissioning of new equipment.
• Oversee asset inventory and support emergency responses to critical incidents affecting highway technology systems.
• Contribute to health and safety compliance by performing risk assessments and following safe working practices.
• Engage in training initiatives, mentor junior engineers and pursue continuous professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for annual reviews.
• Company car: choose from our range of electric vehicles.
• Career growth opportunities and clear progression pathways.
• Comprehensive training and pathways to NVQ highways technology qualifications.
• Personal development programs including mentorship, leadership development, Women@Amey and Multicultural Leadership.
• Generous pension scheme with company contributions.
• Holidays: minimum 24 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Flexible benefits: customise package with additional leave, cycle‑to‑work schemes, charitable giving and gym memberships.
• Access to exclusive discounts through our online portal.
• Social impact: 2 paid volunteering days a year and further community initiatives.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full UK driving licence.
• Relevant qualification in an electrical or engineering discipline.
• Experience in highways technology or similar.
• Knowledge of 18th Edition wiring regulations.
• Technical competence.
• Self‑motivated and proactive in delivering solutions.

Desirable

• 2391 Test and Inspection.

Application Guidance

As a Disability Confident leader, we offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements. For questions or adjustments during recruitment, contact Kayla Caruth, recruiter, at kayla.caruth@amey.co.uk. We value diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, genders, races and personal circumstances.