Senior Engineer

Contract: Permanent

Location: UK Wide

Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working

£37,904 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus a market supplement of £3993                                                                                                                  

Closing date: 23:59 on 28 April 2026

Reference: 147REC

About the role

Team: Delivery/ Infrastructure

As the Senior Engineer, you will lead the production and technical review of project and programme outputs.

You will manage typical projects and low risk programmes. Your work will make a strong contribution to the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust’s vision by delivering high impact and innovative solutions.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including designers, engineers, technicians, and other technical specialists.

Your role is to support the successful delivery of projects and programmes that align with the Trust’s strategic priorities.

What You’ll Be Doing 

- Manage typical projects and low risk programmes from start to finish.

- Lead the creation and technical review of project and programme outputs, using your recognised technical expertise.

- Understand when existing technical guidance is not enough and know how to work effectively when guidance is limited or does not exist.

- Provide line management, supervision, or mentoring to colleagues in more junior roles. 

This role is ideal for someone with strong design skills who’s ready for a real challenge and wants to use their expertise to improve the world around them. As a Senior Engineer, you’ll take the lead on delivering innovative, high‑impact projects that make walking, wheeling and cycling safer and more enjoyable for communities across the UK. You’ll work at the forefront of sustainable transport design — pushing boundaries where guidance is limited, shaping solutions that genuinely transform places, and mentoring others as you go. If you're driven by creativity, responsibility and the desire to leave a positive legacy, this is a role where your skills will truly make a difference.

About you

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

- You have either a degree (or an equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject such as Civil Engineering or another clearly relevant and demonstrable specialism, plus at least 2 years of relevant experience or 5 years of relevant work experience without a degree.

- You can use design software confidently and competently.

- You have up to date working knowledge of sustainable transport design and delivery. 

This includes awareness of innovation, best practice, inclusive design, and the use of technology.

- You have thorough working knowledge of current health and safety legislation and practices, including how to correctly apply the CDM Regulations.

LIVING OUR VALUES 

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are: 

Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement. 

Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed. 

Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better. 

Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success. 

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully. 

Additional Information

- Application deadline: 23:59, 28 April 2026 

- Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams over a two-week period commencing from 11May 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.  

- We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community. 

- Adjustments are available throughout the application process.