Highways Design Engineer

Location: Stockport

Position type: Permanent or Contract

Salary: Negotiable and Competitive

Wilde Consultant Ltd continues to grow in the North West. We have been appointed to many framework contracts with public bodies including TfGM, Network Rail, universities/colleges and local authorities including; Stockport, Manchester, Blackpool, Tameside, Bolton, Cheshire East, Sandwell, Shepway, Ashford, Kent and Barking and Dagenham Councils. We also have a number of large commissions on large residential developments.

We currently have vacancies for a Highways Design Engineers to work in our Stockport office to deliver varied and challenging projects for public and private sector clients.

Experience of working in a highway design office is essential, typically with 3 to 5 years practical design experience. Experience in using MX software or Civils 3D would be beneficial but not essential. Experience in drainage design for residential developments including S38/S104 applications would also be beneficial.

Applicants should be:

• Self Motivated and enthusiastic.
• Capable of operating with limited supervision.
• Seeking increasing level of responsibility.

The roles require a ‘hands on’ approach and the application of professional engineering knowledge and skills to the design of projects.

Duties will involve; the preparation of feasibility studies, designs, scheme drawings, calculations, preparation of contract documents and specifications and supervision of contractors. A working knowledge of the DMRB and current relevant design standards/codes is essential.

Excellent career prospects are available for the right candidates.

We offer:

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday.
• Paid overtime.
• Free on-site parking.
• Flexible working hours.
• Varied and interesting work.
• Excellent career progression prospects.
• Organised social events.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• On-site cycle storage and showers.
• 2 minutes’ walk to Pure Gym