Highways Engineer

Location: Stockport
Position type: Contract (Outside IR35) or Permanent
Rate/salary: Negotiable and competitive

Wilde is one of the largest independently owned consultancies in the UK, with over 100 employees across our offices in London, Stockport and Liverpool. We continue to grow in the North West, with appointments to a range of framework contracts and a diverse portfolio of clients and projects.

We are looking to speak with Highways Engineers with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, working towards professional qualification (Incorporated or Chartered status), and with strong experience delivering detailed highway design on local authority-led and active travel schemes.

A strong background in detailed design is essential, along with a working knowledge of DMRB, LTN 1/20 and other relevant design standards. Experience with design software such as Civils 3D and/or MX is desirable.

You will be involved in the preparation detailed designs, scheme drawings and calculations, along with supporting contract documents and specifications. The role will also include liaison with clients and contractors, project support, and contribution to scheme delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivery of high-quality highway design work (with a strong focus on detailed design)
• Support on active travel and local authority schemes
• Preparation of designs, drawings and calculations
• Production of contract documents and specifications
• Client and contractor liaison
• Collaboration with other discipline leads to ensure technical integration

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a minimum of 5 years’ highways design experience
• Is working towards professional qualification (Incorporated or Chartered)
• Has strong experience in active travel and local authority-led schemes
• Has a solid background in detailed highway design
• Can work independently and take ownership of design delivery
• Is self-motivated, proactive, and keen to progress

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday
• Paid overtime
• Flexible/reduced working hours
• Varied and interesting project work
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Organised social events