Civil Design Engineer Highways & Drainage

Cibsejournal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK Civil & Structural Consultancy based in Leeds is seeking a Civil Design Engineer specializing in highways and drainage design. The ideal candidate will have 2–5+ years in civil/infrastructure design and a strong working knowledge of relevant software. This role offers a competitive salary of £37,000 to £44,000 along with 25+ days holiday, hybrid working options, and professional development support in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

25+ days holiday + bank holidays

Paid professional memberships

Full chartership support

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Healthcare scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Regular CPD sessions

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years’ experience in civil/infrastructure design.
• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage.
• Understanding of UK design standards (DMRB, MfS, SuDS etc.).

Responsibilities

• Designing highways, junctions, access roads and public realm layouts.
• Delivering drainage designs, including SuDS, foul and surface water systems.
• Preparing designs for Section 278, 38, 104 and 106 submissions.

Skills

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage

Highways design

Drainage design

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage

Job description

Civil Design Engineer – Highways & Drainage
Leeds | £37,000 – £44,000 + Benefits

(Leading UK Civil & Structural Consultancy)

The Role

You’ll be joining a well‑established civil engineering team delivering infrastructure design from concept through to detailed stages. Typical responsibilities include:

• Designing highways, junctions, access roads and public realm layouts


• Delivering drainage designs, including SuDS, foul and surface water systems


• Preparing designs for Section 278, 38, 104 and 106 submissions


• Working with Civil 3D, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage and related software


• Producing drawings, reports, specifications and technical calculations


• Supporting senior engineers and liaising directly with clients, architects and local authorities


• Contributing to project planning, design review meetings and technical approvals

This is a fantastic environment if you enjoy variety, autonomy and working as part of a collaborative engineering team.

About the Company

You will be joining a long‑established UK consultancy known for:

• A supportive, people‑focused culture


• Strong technical excellence across civil and structural engineering


• Working on landmark projects across the UK


• Clear career development frameworks and chartership support


• Modern offices, social teams, and a national presence

What We’re Looking For

• 2–5+ years’ experience in civil/infrastructure design


• Background in highways and/or drainage design


• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage


• Understanding of UK design standards (DMRB, MfS, SuDS etc.)


• Experience producing drawings and technical documentation


• Enthusiasm for progression and chartership development

Salary & Benefits

• £37,000 – £44,000 (depending on experience)


• 25+ days holiday + bank holidays


• Hybrid working (office/home split)


• Paid professional memberships + full chartership support


• Pension scheme


• Life assurance


• Healthcare scheme (depending on level)


• Flexible working arrangements


• Regular CPD sessions, training and structured career progression