Senior Highway Design Engineer

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients\’ problems head-on. It\’s a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions. We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we\’re here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what\’s ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you\’re returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

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You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We\’re proud to say it\’s thanks to our people\’s diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you\’ll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone\’s voice is valued and treated equally.

We’re passionate about what we do, but we don\’t take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this is a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

Our Chelmsford and Cambridge offices are homes to friendly, highly talented and supportive professional highway engineers that thrive on delighting our clients. We create rewarding experiences for everybody involved whether driving growth through the largest strategic highway projects in the UK or creating real social value and sense of space in local communities. We are looking for an experienced senior engineer with a high level of competence in delivering highway engineering projects to join our practice in Chelmsford or Cambridge (you will be required to spend a minimum of 2 days a week in the office).

Responsibility

• Prepare designs and specifications in accordance with Design Manual Roads Bridges (DMRB).
• Develop designs using AutoCAD, Civil3D models (as and where applicable).
• Deliver work packages with scope to move up to managing schemes and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Provide support to Project Managers within the design team in planning, programming.
• Technical input to the pricing of project briefs, proposals, deliverables and cost estimation.
• Accountable for checking, certifying and authorising for issue: designs, documents, approvals and reports.
• Manage graduate engineers and technicians to deliver work packages – coordinating engineering resources.
• Work collaboratively with clients and key stakeholders as necessary to deliver schemes/projects.
• Mentor and upskill more junior staff helping them develop professionally and progress towards professional qualifications.
• Be responsible for the preparation of feasibility studies, technical reports, detailed designs and production of contract documents across a variety of projects.
• Working together with the team and other disciplines in providing an integrated service to clients.
• Help seek innovative solutions in achieving best value in delivering our services.
• Provide technical support and leadership where required.

We want to hear from you if you have:

• A BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) and preferably Incorporated or Chartered Engineer.
• Demonstrable and significant experience in highway design working in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges and other standards/best practice guidance.
• An understanding of the commercial aspects of project delivery.
• An extensive knowledge and understanding of the relevant legislation, standards and procedures including the application of departures from standard.
• NEC and/or Project Management experience is advantageous.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We\’re creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You\’ll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you\’ll be in a privileged position, delivering what\’s right for governments and communities. You\’ll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

Meeting your needs

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees \”Total Reward\”. It\’s a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs. You\’ll enjoy benefits such as partner discounts, leadership training, professional accreditations and career planning for any stage of your career. Making sure you\’re supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview and let\’s talk through any adjustments you might need.

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More about us

AtkinsRéalis is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you\’ll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together we can deliver projects that have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

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Training

AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual\’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Job Type: Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.