Highways Design Engineer

About the role

We're looking for a Highways Design Engineer to join our Highways team based in Basingstoke, Hampshire. The role is full‑time (37.5 hours per week) with flexible hours and the option to work remotely, requiring occasional visits to the office. You will be part of Kier Design, a top‑25 engineering consultancy delivering innovative and sustainable highway solutions across the UK.

Key responsibilities

• Produce technical drawings, specifications and design calculations, while providing guidance and support to junior colleagues.
• Assist in preparing fee estimates, design programmes and tender documentation for highway projects.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Manage your own budget, quality standards and time‑frame targets to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Mentor junior team members and actively contribute to the technical excellence of the design team.

Required profile

• Hold a Civil Engineering degree or similar qualification with relevant experience.
• Experience in highways design with knowledge of DMRB/MCHW design standards.
• Member of a relevant professional engineering body.

Required skills

• Highways design
• DMRB/MCHW design standards
• Technical drawing
• Design calculations