Design Engineer (Redeployment 19625)
Design Engineer (Redeployment 19625)
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- Suffolk County Council Phoenix House Ipswich IP1 5NP - Hybrid
- 39513 - 45595 per annum (pro rata for part time) (pay award pending)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only
At Suffolk County Council every role is a chance to create positive change. Were not just a local authority; were a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As our new Design Engineer youll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for all. If youre passionate about making a real tangible difference its time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
Reporting to the Community Works Project Manager you will carry out investigations feasibility preliminary and detailed design including all levels of engagement for various highway improvement and maintenance schemes for internal and external works commissioners on a range of improvement and maintenance schemes.
You will need
- degree or diploma qualified (or equivalent) in civil engineering or significant relevant experience in highway design
- proven experience of successfully delivering a range of complex projects in highways engineering highways design or similar technicaldisciplines
- good knowledge of relevant policy codes of practice design and construction standards
- good understanding of relevant health and safety legislation and codes of practice (including the CDM Regulations 2015)
- excellent organisational and project management skills and ability to determine appropriate priorities.
- excellent experience in developing economic solutions to problems
- Knowledge of and demonstrable experience in the use of Autocad
- experience of working effectively and persuasively in a political environment particularly with Councillors
- strong communication skills (in person and in writing) with an ability to build relationships and interact clearly and effectively with stakeholders.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Suffolk Highways is a collaboration between Suffolk County Council and private sector service provider(s) to meet the primary objective of maintaining roads and delivering new highway infrastructure in Suffolk.
We work together to achieve the best that we can and support one another in our work as one team. We look ahead so that we may better inspire each other to continually improve and take pride in what we do and the service that we provide to our customers.
We make things happen by empowering encouraging and motivating our colleagues and by showing respect to all people that we work with and for
We collaborate and work as one team to provide the best possible highways service for Suffolk.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report ().
For more information
Please contact Denise Mortimer for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing .
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 500 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
1.Describe a situation where you had to manage conflicting interests or concerns from different stakeholders during a project.
2.Describe a complex highway improvement or maintenance project you have designed and delivered.
3.Describe a technical challenges you have encountered during the design phase and how you resolved it
Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling0.If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm17 June 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Employment Type
Full-Time
