CareerPlan

Highways & Traffic Engineer

Bristol, 3 RIVERGATE, gbFull-time2026-10-19 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Design and deliver traffic engineering, streetscape, and local highway schemes from concept to construction to create safer, sustainable transport networks.

Role type

Mid-level Highways & Traffic Engineer

Builds

Traffic engineering schemes, active travel infrastructure, and urban realm projects for local authorities and water companies.

Domain

Civil Engineering / Transport Infrastructure

Required skills

Feasibility and detailed design, alignment and drainage design, cycling infrastructure design, traffic calming, junction design, TSRGD/Manual for Streets/DMRB standards, AutoCAD, CDM regulations

Preferred skills

Experience with local roads and traffic schemes, knowledge of road restraint systems, signage, and markings

Technologies

AutoCAD, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Develop feasibility, preliminary, and detailed designs for traffic engineering schemes; Prepare technical outputs including drawings, reports, and specifications; Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and regulations; Collaborate with engineers, planners, and technicians; Support site visits, surveys, and project meetings; Promote Health & Safety best practice including CDM principles

Seniority

Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC