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Mechanical Design Engineer – Hydraulics / Heavy Machinery We are working with a well-established engineering manufacturer specialising in highly specialised, heavy-duty equipment used in demanding environments. Due to continued growth and investment, they are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong experience in hydraulic systems and mobile or industrial machinery. This is an opportunity to join a close-knit engineering team working on complex, bespoke products where reliability and performance are critical. The Role You will be responsible for the design and development of mechanical systems, with a particular focus on hydraulics and associated components. The role will involve working across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to production. Key responsibilities include: • Designing hydraulic systems and mechanical assemblies for heavy-duty equipment, • Producing detailed 3D models and engineering drawings, • Supporting prototype development, testing, and validation, • Collaborating with manufacturing and production teams, • Ensuring designs meet relevant industry and safety standards We are looking for engineers with a strong practical understanding of machinery used in demanding environments. You will ideally have: • Experience in hydraulic system design (essential), • Background in heavy machinery, off-highway vehicles, defence, or industrial equipment, • Proficiency with 3D CAD (e.g. SolidWorks, Inventor or similar), • Understanding of fabrication, welding, and mechanical assemblies, • Experience with mobile equipment or tracked/wheeled machinery, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Relocation support available, • Opportunity to work on specialised, high-performance equipment, • Stable, long-term engineering environment with ongoing investment

Temporary Assistant Engineer – Development Approvals (6-Month Contract) Location: Leicester Rate: £60 per hour (Umbrella, inside IR35) A busy Development Approvals team is seeking an Assistant Engineer to provide technical review of developers’ highway design submissions under Sections 38 and 278 of the Highways Act. This role focuses on ensuring submissions meet local and national standards, supporting the senior design engineer, and helping reduce backlog. Key Responsibilities: • Review adoptable road designs and associated infrastructure for compliance., • Liaise with developers’ consultants to achieve approvable submissions., • Attend site meetings and contribute to reports and technical documentation., • Support preparation for a new pre-submission technical advice service. Skills & Experience: • Experience in technical approval of highway or civil engineering designs., • Knowledge of S38, S278, or similar developer-led processes., • Strong report-writing and communication skills; able to work independently., • Relevant civil engineering/construction qualifications desirable; practical experience essential. We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed. For more information on this position, please contact Marika Powell at ARM on 02392 228232 or email your CV and covering letter to .

Senior Civil Engineer\n\nA well-established and design-led structural and civil engineering consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to support continued growth within its Leicester office. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable civil engineer to take a leading role in the delivery of infrastructure and development projects while contributing to the ongoing development of a growing consultancy.\n\nThe Role\n\nThe successful candidate will take responsibility for the design and delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure schemes across a range of sectors, working closely with directors, clients and project teams. The role will also involve mentoring junior engineers and supporting the wider business with project delivery and technical leadership.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * \n\n Leading the design and delivery of highways, drainage and civil infrastructure works\n\n * \n\n Producing and reviewing technical designs and documentation, including SuDS strategies and detailed drainage designs\n\n * \n\n Preparing and overseeing technical submissions and approvals including S104, S106, S185, S38, S278 and S184\n\n * \n\n Producing and reviewing Flood Risk Assessments and hydraulic modelling outputs\n\n * \n\n Delivering external works, earthworks modelling and levels design\n\n * \n\n Undertaking 2D and 3D highway and drainage design using industry-standard software\n\n * \n\n Liaising with local authorities, statutory bodies and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle\n\n * \n\n Chairing and contributing to project meetings and providing technical input to clients\n\n * \n\n Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and technicians\n\n * \n\n Assisting with resource planning, fee proposals and programme delivery\n\n * \n\n Ensuring all work is compliant with current UK standards, regulations and best practice\n\nTechnical & Software Requirements\n\n * \n\n Strong experience using AutoCAD and Civils 3D\n\n * \n\n Experience with Causeway Flow or MicroDrainage\n\n * \n\n Sound knowledge of UK drainage, highway and infrastructure design standards\n\nCandidate Profile\n\n * \n\n Proven experience working within a UK civil engineering consultancy\n\n * \n\n Strong technical capability in infrastructure and development-led civil engineering\n\n * \n\n Confident leading projects and communicating with clients and external stakeholders\n\n * \n\n Chartered or actively working towards chartership with ICE (or equivalent)\n\n * \n\n Proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach to engineering delivery\n\nPackage & Benefits\n\n * \n\n Competitive salary, dependent on experience\n\n * \n\n Supportive and collaborative working environment\n\n * \n\n Clear career progression and structured professional development\n\n * \n\n Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a design-focused consultancy\n\nSalary: DOE\n\nLocation: Leicester\n\nTo be considered, please submit an up-to-date CV

Assistant Engineer (Development Approvals) – Temporary\n\nLocation: Leicestershire\n\nWe are looking for an experienced Assistant Engineer to join a busy Development Approvals team. This temporary role focuses on the technical review of Section 38 and Section 278 highway submissions to ensure designs meet national and local standards.\n\nYou will:\n\n * Assess developer designs for adoption and compliance with DMRB, Manual for Streets, and other highway standards\n\n * Liaise with developers, consultants, and internal teams to resolve design issues\n\n * Support site inspections and monitor construction against approved plans\n\n * Work independently and manage multiple applications efficiently\n\nThe ideal candidate will have:\n\n * Hands-on experience with S38/S278 applications and development approvals\n\n * Strong knowledge of highway design, adoption processes, and construction standards\n\n * Excellent communication skills and the ability to deliver practical technical advice\n\nQualifications such as HNC, HND, or a degree in Civil Engineering are desirable, but relevant experience in development approvals is key.\n\nThis role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on the delivery of high-quality highways infrastructure. Immediate start available.\n\nApply now by submitting your CV and covering letter outlining your experience in S38/S278 technical approvals

Assistant Land Surveyor\nLeicester\n£24,000 – £32,000\n\nWe are working with an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor to appoint an Assistant Land Surveyor to support delivery across large-scale residential developments in the Midlands.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their surveying career to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of projects, working alongside experienced engineers and surveyors within a fast-paced environment.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs an Assistant Land Surveyor, you will support the surveying function across live construction sites, assisting with setting out, data capture, and reporting.\n\n• Assist in carrying out topographical and measured building surveys on site\n• Support setting out for construction works using GPS, total stations and laser equipment\n• Help process and interpret survey data using CAD/software (e.g. AutoCAD)\n• Ensure accuracy of measurements and maintain survey control points\n• Work closely with site engineers and project teams to support delivery of works\n• Assist in producing survey reports, drawings and as-built records\n• Maintain and check survey equipment, ensuring it is calibrated and in good working order\n• Adhere to health & safety standards and site procedures at all times\n\nThe Company\n\nOur client is a well-established Midlands-based groundworks and civil engineering contractor, delivering infrastructure and residential packages for leading housebuilders.\n\n• Established contractor with a strong reputation in the residential groundworks sector\n• Deliver projects ranging from 100 to 600+ unit housing developments\n• Long-standing relationships with major UK housebuilders\n• Full-cycle delivery from earthworks through to final infrastructure\n\nServices & Project Scope\n\n• Residential groundworks (foundations, drainage, externals)\n• Roads and sewers (adoptable infrastructure)\n• Section 278 highway works (access roads, roundabouts)\n• Bulk earthworks and site preparation\n• Full subcontract packages including labour, plant, and materials\n\nWhy Apply?\n\n• Strong pipeline of secured work across the Midlands\n• Clear progression routes into Land Surveyor and Site Engineer roles\n• Ongoing investment in technology, equipment, and training\n• Exposure to modern surveying techniques including GPS machine control\n• Fast-paced, supportive environment ideal for career development

Senior Civil Engineer\n Leicester\n\nAn established multidisciplinary engineering practice with a strong design-led ethos is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join its Leicester office.\n\nSince its formation, the business has developed a broad and varied portfolio across residential, commercial, retail, healthcare and regeneration schemes, alongside more complex and technically demanding projects. Their ability to deliver integrated Civil and Structural Engineering solutions has led to long-standing relationships with leading architects, developers and contractors.\n\nAs a Senior Civil Engineer, you will play a key role in leading infrastructure design on a range of development projects, from initial feasibility through to detailed design and delivery. You will be responsible for drainage strategies, SuDS design, Flood Risk Assessments, highway layouts and earthworks, ensuring that projects are delivered efficiently and in line with client expectations.\n\nA key aspect of the role will be anticipating and resolving design challenges early, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to produce practical and cost-effective solutions. You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to maintaining the high technical standards the business is known for.\n\nThe role will involve attending client meetings and occasional site visits, therefore a full UK driving licence is required.\n\nThe company operates a collaborative and transparent working culture, with a strong focus on delivering projects on programme and within budget. Continued investment in staff development and modern design tools ensures they remain at the forefront of the industry.\n\nIn return, they offer a strong overall package including a generous bonus scheme, private healthcare, enhanced pension contributions and flexible working arrangements. There is also a clear route into leadership, making this an excellent opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer looking to step up.\n\nFor more information about this role, please contact Sam at Calibre or click apply\n\nCalibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business

Senior Civil Engineer Leicester based £50,000-£60,000 per year We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to play a leading role in delivering a diverse range of highway and infrastructure schemes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing independent consultancy working across projects that range from small-scale highway improvements through to large residential and multi-million-pound commercial developments. As part of our CivilsPay Team, you will work on a varied portfolio of projects, producing designs that include a full range of access junction solutions such as roundabouts, signalised junctions, ghost-island right turns, and priority junctions. For the right individual, this role offers genuine scope to influence and help develop a strategically important sector of the business. Roles & Responsibilities • Deliver highways and civil infrastructure designs from concept through to detailed design, • Design vertical and horizontal road alignments, • Produce junction designs (roundabouts, priority, ghost island, signalised), • Prepare drainage designs and strategies, including SuDS solutions, • Contribute to Flood Risk Assessments and technical reports, • Develop Section 278 and Section 184 design packages, • Liaise with local authorities and National Highway, • Support project delivery to programme and budget, • Mentor and support junior team members Requirements • Degree in Civil Engineering (or relevant equivalent), • Approximately 8+ years’ post-graduate experience, • Proven highways and junction design experience, • Experience in road design (vertical & horizontal alignments), • Drainage design & strategy experience, • Experience delivering Section 278 / Section 184 designs, • Knowledge of local authority & National Highways processes, • Installation of EV chargers, • Experience with other renewable energy technologies, • Previous supervisory or leadership responsibilities Software Experience: • AutoCAD, • Autodesk Civils 3D, • Vehicle Tracking / AutoTrack, • MicroDrainage / Flow / InfoDrainage, • KeyLINES / KeySIGN / KeyPOST (advantageous) Desirable Experience • Adoption agreements (Section 278, 38 & 104), • Public realm / active travel schemes, • Cycling infrastructure (LTN 1/20), • Utilities coordination, • Site monitoring / supervision, • Chartered status (ICE / CIHT / CIWEM) or working towards What We Offer • Exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients, • Supportive, collaborative consultancy environment, • Genuine career progression opportunities, • Competitive salary & benefits package Next Steps Apply to this Senior Civil Engineer role through this advert. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Kevin McGann in our Construction team on 0116 262 3733. If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven't already done so). If you have not been contacted regarding your application within 7 days, please assume that you have not been successful. We will, however, retain your application for any future roles for which you may be suitable. About Regional Recruitment This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors. To explore more roles available across the UK, please visit or get in touch with us directly: 📞 Telephone: 0116 262 3733 ✉️ Email:

Assistant Engineer - Development Approvals (6-Month Contract). This role focuses on ensuring submissions meet local and national standards, supporting the senior design engineer, and helping reduce backlog. Experience in technical approval of highway or civil engineering designs.

A global engineering firm is seeking a full-time Highway/Civil Engineer in Leicester.The role involves designing and managing infrastructure projects, including drainage schemes.Candidates should have an HND, strong experience in residential infrastructure, and be proficient in AutoCad and Micro-Dra

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking an Assistant Engineer for a 6-month contract in Leicester.In this role, you will provide technical reviews of developers' highway design submissions under S38 and S278 of the Highways Act.Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with local standards,

Assistant Engineer - Development Approvals (6-Month Contract) Location: Leicester Rate: £60 per hour (Umbrella, inside IR35) A busy Development Approvals team is seeking an Assistant Engineer to provide technical review of developers' highway design submissions under Sections 38 and 278 of the Highways Act. This role focuses on ensuring submissions meet local and national standards, supporting the senior design engineer, and helping reduce backlog. Key Responsibilities: Review adoptable road designs and associated infrastructure for compliance. Liaise with developers' consultants to achieve approvable submissions. Attend site meetings and contribute to reports and technical documentation. Support preparation for a new pre-submission technical advice service.Skills & Experience: Experience in technical approval of highway or civil engineering designs. Knowledge of S38, S278, or similar developer-led processes. Strong report-writing and communication skills; able to work independently. Relevant civil engineering/construction qualifications desirable; practical experience essential.We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed. For more information on this position, please contact Marika Powell at ARM on (phone number removed) or email your CV and covering letter to . Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change

Principal Operational Highway Engineer Overview: Our client in the North East is seeking an experienced Principal Highways Engineer to lead the operational delivery of highways maintenance and civil engineering services. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead the operational delivery of highways and

Joining Waterman Aspen as Highways Design Engineer will see you as a key member of the London North team and you can expect:. Ability to contribute to engineering projects with values exceeding £1m from initiation through to completion with support of a senior engineer. Job title: Highways Design E

Highway Engineer Overview: My client in the North East is seeking an Highway Engineer to provide technical leadership across a varied programme of highway schemes. Requirements: ·Proven experience as a Highway Engineer with strong design expertise. This role is design-focused and will invo

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking talented highway engineers to join their growing traffic and transportation team.

SLR have a fantastic new opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer with demonstrable consultancy experience of S278 in a general infrastructure background to join our collaborative and growing Transport Engineering team. We are looking for an Engineer with consulting experience around the design and m

Are you a talented Highway Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a growing and highly respected consultancy? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant / Senior Highway Engineer to join a well-established multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering work across the constru

Norman Rourke Pryme (NRP) is looking to appoint a talented Highway Engineer from Consultant through to Principal level to play a key role in our growing Highways Engineering business. Consultant / Senior Highway Engineer. Working to towards Incorporated Engineer or above this with a relevant profess

A civil engineering consultancy in Greater London seeks a Senior Highway Engineer.

A leading firm in the highways sector is seeking an experienced Highway Design Engineer. Key responsibilities include managing design work on various highways and civil engineering schemes, and ensuring on-time and within-budget project delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience in highway d

Suitable candidates should possess a degree in Civil Engineering, along with over 5 years of experience in a consultancy environment and proficiency in relevant engineering software. A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer in London or Bristol. This full-tim

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to oversee key maintenance projects in Bournemouth. Candidates should have extensive experience in highway engineering, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a strong track record of project delivery. This role i

A leading infrastructure design consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the technical delivery of highways and drainage designs. Key qualifications include strong experience in highways design, proficiency in design software, and excellent communication skills.

A leading consulting and engineering firm in Leicester seeks a Highway/Civil Engineer to deliver high-quality infrastructure designs. Essential qualifications include an HND in Civil Engineering and practical experience in drainage and residential schemes.

A progressive local authority is seeking a Highway Engineer to play a crucial role in delivering highway schemes from concept to completion.

Our client is currently seeking a Senior Highway Engineer (Asset Management) to join their team in Bournemouth. Experience in maintenance and highway engineering. If you have the relevant skills and experience in highway engineering and are ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

A leading engineering and professional services firm is seeking an Associate Highway Engineer to join their Liveable Places team in Greater London. Ideal candidates will hold a civil engineering degree and have experience in transportation and project management.

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an Assistant Engineer for a 6-month contract in Leicester. This role focuses on providing technical reviews of highway design submissions to ensure they meet local and national standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in civil engineering design a

WSP are seeking Drainage Engineers at all grades who specialise in Water, Drainage and Environmental Engineering for transportation infrastructure projects to expand the growth of our expertise and technical capability. Delivery of a wide variety of civil engineering projects, such as highway, rail,

A leading engineering consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Highway Engineer / Transport Planner to contribute to sustainable transport solutions. You will need solid knowledge in highway design and planning, along with proficiency in Civil 3D or AutoCAD.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Site Engineer specializing in Civil/Highway projects across the UK.

We are looking to appoint a Senior Highway Engineer into our WSP Local Government team. A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience within a highway design role. Reporting into the Infrastructure Improvements Team Lead, you will provide highways design and consultancy services as part of

A leading consultancy in engineering seeks a Consultant / Senior Highway Engineer to join their growing Highways Engineering team in London.

A civil engineering consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Highway Design Engineer to support a range of transport and infrastructure projects. The role involves designing and delivering highway schemes, conducting feasibility assessments, and liaising with various stakeholders. The ideal ca

A leading consulting firm in the UK seeks a Senior or Principal Engineer to lead the delivery of highways solutions and enhance community infrastructure. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or related field, with significant experience in highways or transport planning.

Our client, a leading firm in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Highway Design Engineer to join their innovative team. If you are an experienced Highway Design Engineer looking for a role that supports your professional growth and offers exciting project opportunities, we look forward to h

This consultancy are looking to appoint talented highway engineers to play a key role in their growing traffic and transportation business. Our client are a multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering services across the UK within the construction, transportation, highways, and infrastructure sectors.

An established independent engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their Civils team in the United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and will take part in design delivery, project coordination, and mentoring junio

Bedfordshire, Birmingham, Buckinghamshire, East Midlands, Midlands, Milton Keynes We are currently seeking a Site Engineer to work for a main Civil Contractor who works across the UK specializing a variety of civil/Highway engineering sectors with a primary focus of Highway based projects. Home » C

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Highway Engineer (Maintenance) to join our client's team in Bournemouth, working on key highway maintenance projects across the region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in highway engineering, with proven experience in leading mainten

Ideally, we are ideally looking for an all-rounder, comfortable with highway design and willing to learn some drainage design, encompassing projects both within the public highway and on-site. Senior Civil/Highways Engineer. Section 278 / 38 Highway Designs.

Whilst experience in highways is not essential, we would be particularly interested to hear from applicants with a highways background or experience of overseeing a diverse range of high‑value contracts in a construction or operational field. Group Engineer – Highway Contracts – Kirklees Counc

A global consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Greater London.

A leading engineering recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Highway Engineer (Asset Management) to join their team in Bournemouth. Candidates should have substantial experience in highway engineering and excellent stakeholder engagement skills. This role focuses on maintaining and developing high