Permanent full-time post in the Engineering Consultancy Team at Lincs Laboratory, part of Lincolnshire County Council. The work centres on pavement design, geotechnical ground investigations and assessing materials and workmanship on highway schemes, including Strategic Road Network work. It is a career-grade role progressing from Assistant Engineer to G9, combining office-based technical work with site engineering in a UKAS-accredited laboratory. A relevant degree-level qualification and highways experience are required.
What the job involves
- Undertake pavement investigations and develop pavement designs for major infrastructure and Strategic Road Network schemes
- Support and deliver geotechnical ground investigations
- Assess materials and workmanship on highway construction and maintenance projects
- Provide technical advice and engineering support to internal and external clients
- Work closely with local authorities, contractors, designers and material suppliers
- Assist with delivery of commissioned consultancy projects across the UK
Qualifications
- Relevant degree-level qualification
Experience
- Experience in highways engineering and/or highways materials testing
Skills & knowledge
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building client and colleague relationships
- Managing workload and priorities to meet deadlines
- Adaptability to changing priorities
- Highly motivated and organised
- Commitment to quality, innovation and technical excellence
Checks & eligibility
- Criminal record check
Other
- Fluent spoken English to converse at ease with customers and give accurate advice (Fluency Duty)
- Good internet connectivity for remote working
- Commitment to personal and professional development
- Shared commitment to the council's values: collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive and responsible
What’s offered
- Competitive salary
- Green Book local government terms
- Pension scheme with up to 24% employer contributions
- Salary sacrifice car scheme via Tusker
- Discounts on products and services via Perkbox
- Flexible hours and hybrid working
- Minimum 28 days leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy more
- Free financial wellbeing advice
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