Engineer - Highway Design Team

Overview

Sefton Council is a vibrant local authority on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its Vision 2030.

Why join our Highway Design Team?

The Council is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Design Engineer with specific experience in the design, procurement and supervision of transport projects.

As Part Of The Highway Design Team, You Will

• Play a significant role in the delivery of the Council's ambitious Growth and Strategic Investment Programme.
• Help transform the boroughs transportation infrastructure in line with our emerging Low Carbon Transport Strategy.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in Strategic Transport Planning and Highways Development Control teams, and with colleagues in other departments, including Regeneration.

• The completion of feasibility studies, optioneering, preliminary and detailed design of highway and other transport projects.
• Compiling works information, contract administration and supervision.
• Completing technical checks on works completed by developers and the Council's Technical Service Support Services provider.

The Council is committed to supporting staff in their personal development and aims to provide the necessary experience and opportunities for career development and training.

• Employer:
  
  Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
• Location:
  
  Magdalen House, Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working Pattern:
  Full Time
• Hours:
  
  36 hours per week
• DBS Check:
  No
• Salary:
  Grade H SCP 26 - 30, £37,280 - £40,777
• Closing Date: 30 January 2026 at 23:59
• Reference: HPP/26/329072

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote these values.

Please note that we do not accept CVs unless specified on the advert. If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role. If you are unemployed Sefton resident, you may be eligible for support through Sefton@Work by calling  or visiting