As an Engineer within our newly established Feasibility and Detailed Design Team, you will play a key role in the development and delivery of highway and transportation schemes that support the growth, connectivity and sustainability of Cheshire West and Chester. Working alongside Principal Engineers and other technical specialists, you will contribute to the planning, design and delivery of innovative infrastructure solutions, supporting projects from concept and feasibility through to detailed design and construction. You will apply your engineering expertise to develop practical and effective solutions, engage with stakeholders, and help ensure schemes are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with relevant legislation, standards and best practice.

Organisation

Cheshire West and Chester Council

Location

Chester, Ellesmere Port, Winsford

Job Category

Highways and Transport

Grade

CWAC NJC - Grade 8

Salary Min

£35,570 Per Annum

Salary Max

£40,444 Per Annum

Hours per week

37

Weeks per year

52.143

Employment Type

Permanent

Closing Date

30/10/2026

Ref No

W4864

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Engineer - Highways Design & Development

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Engineers to join our newly established Feasibility and Detailed Design Team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of highway and transportation projects that will shape the future of our communities.

Working alongside Principal Engineers and a multidisciplinary team of professionals, you will be involved in the development of schemes from concept and feasibility through to detailed design and construction. You will apply your technical knowledge and engineering expertise to help deliver innovative, sustainable and customer-focused solutions across a diverse programme of work.

Our projects include active travel schemes, highway improvements, public realm enhancements and other transportation initiatives that support the Council's wider transport and infrastructure objectives.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting the development, design and delivery of highway and transportation schemes.
• Preparing technical reports, designs, specifications and cost estimates.
• Undertaking engineering assessments, inspections and analysis to develop practical and effective solutions.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders, contractors and external organisations.
• Assisting with project delivery from feasibility through to construction.
• Supporting consultation activities and helping to ensure community and stakeholder views are considered within scheme development.

Why join us?

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Be part of a new and growing team at the centre of project development and delivery.
• Gain experience across a wide range of highway and transportation schemes.
• Develop your technical, project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Work on projects that deliver tangible benefits for residents, businesses and visitors.
• Build your career within a supportive and collaborative professional environment.

About you

You will have experience in highway, transportation or civil engineering and be able to apply sound engineering judgement to deliver practical and innovative solutions. You will be a proactive team player with strong communication skills, a positive approach to problem-solving and a desire to contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure projects. Experience of highway design, project delivery and stakeholder engagement would be advantageous.

Job Summary

As an Engineer within the Feasibility and Detailed Design Team, you will support the development and delivery of highway and transportation schemes that improve connectivity, safety and accessibility across Cheshire West and Chester. Working under the direction of Principal Engineers, you will contribute technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle, undertaking design work, engineering assessments, stakeholder engagement and project development activities to help deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions.

Want to find out more?

We understand that joining a new team is an important career decision. If you would like an informal discussion about the opportunity, the team, or the projects you could be involved in, please contact Stephen Pinnington, Contract and Programme Manager, by email at [email protected] or by telephone on 01244 972285.

We welcome conversations with prospective applicants who would like to learn more about how this exciting new team will help shape the future delivery of highway and transportation schemes across Cheshire West and Chester.

To find out more information about what it is like to work for Cheshire West and Chester Council including our rewards and benefits please see www.cwcrecruitment.co.uk

Candidates may use AI tools to support proofreading, editing and presentation. However, all application materials should represent the candidate's own experience, perspectives and thinking. We are seeking original and authentic responses, and applicants should ensure that any submission reflects their own analysis, judgement and vision for the role. No candidate will meet every single requirement - if your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!

Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment. Please see the Equality Policy for more information.

Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £13.45 per hour for all contracted hours.

For any technical enquiries please email [email protected] and quote job reference number in all correspondence.