Assistant Engineer: Highway Design
Salford City CouncilSalford, England, United Kingdom
Added 22 Jul · still live
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Salary
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£50,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2121 (77% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £50,400, and Salford City Council is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Employer Salford City Council Location Salford, Greater Manchester (GB) Salary £32,597 – £35,412 Closing date 21 Aug 2026
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Sector Highways & transport jobs Function Civil Engineer Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time
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Take the next step forward in your engineering career – in a role that will grow your skills and experience as you help deliver a wide range of highways projects.
You will play a central part in the success of key improvement schemes that are supporting the regeneration of our city. Your technical skills can help make Salford a better place to live, with less risk of flood damage. You will be encouraged to develop those skills and continue growing your expertise and long-term career potential.
Why join us in Engineering design?
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Take the next step forward in your engineering career – in a role that will grow your skills and experience as you help deliver a wide range of highways projects.
You will play a central part in the success of key improvement schemes that are supporting the regeneration of our city. Your technical skills can help make Salford a better place to live, with less risk of flood damage. You will be encouraged to develop those skills and continue growing your expertise and long-term career potential.
Why join us in Engineering design?
- Large in-house Place Division technical team with strong capabilities and wide-ranging experience.
- Extensive pipeline of work with a wide range of projects to make your mark on.
- The opportunity to see projects all the way through the lifecycle.
- Strong focus on professional/technical development, with formal links to the ICE.
- Support and mentoring from a highly experienced team.
- Dedicated leadership and digital skills development programmes, tools and eLearning.
- A structured career progression pathway.
- Use of AI innovation.
- Hybrid/flexible working.
- Competitive package, including excellent pension.
- Assist with the technical aspects required for project delivery including feasibility, concept design, detailed design, preparation of tender and contract documentation, invitation of tenders and supervision of construction works on site.
- A minimum Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Engineering or a design related subject (or be working towards one).
- Preferably, a Bachelor level degree or above, in a design related subject or proven experience in the design, implementation and supervision of engineering projects.
- The ability to deal appropriately and effectively with external organisations, statutory bodies and clients.
- The ability to undertake feasibility studies including preparing reports, cost estimates, investigating problems, and identifying options.
- Working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines including the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, British and European Standards, Eurocodes and Codes of Practice.
- Initiative and ingenuity in solving engineering problems.
- Good communication skills, both orally and in writing, both at a general and technical level.
- At least working capability with AutoCAD software and a desire to enhance your skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
Exciting new opportunities in Salford!
From new high-rises to highway improvements, revitalised waterways to greener spaces, Salford is being rebuilt. More people than ever before are choosing it as a place to live, work, invest and visit.
For you, this presents a major career opportunity. Joining Salford City Council’s Place Directorate is your chance to work at the heart of a transformational regeneration programme.
The size of our pipeline, and breadth of projects, means more potential to gain new experience and skills – and more opportunity to make an impact and add to your track record.
Help maximise the value of transport infrastructure
Salford has experienced rapid development and economic growth in recent years; it is home to a vibrant economy that is leading growth in Greater Manchester. Its population has grown at a rate unmatched elsewhere in the north of England.
Strong leadership and successful partnerships have helped to create an exciting future as a thriving cultural, economic, and residential location.
Our Place Directorate helps to shape a built environment that will underpin a brighter tomorrow. Transport infrastructure is central to our vision and strategies to improve connectivity, and support the sustainable growth of the city.
Career development
We have a longstanding record of advancing the careers of our engineers, technical professionals and leaders. From formal training to e-learning to on-the-job mentoring, we ensure you have access to regular development opportunities.
Externally, our strong links to the Institution of Civil Engineers and the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation help provide more well-rounded career development.
Rewards And Benefits
GM Good Employment Charter: commitment to good employment principles, including secure work, fair pay, health, diversity, and inclusion.
Pension: competitive Local Government Pension Scheme with tax savings. Additional savings are available through the Shared Cost AVC scheme.
MyRewards: wide range of benefits, including lifestyle and wellbeing discounts.
Leave & Leave Plus: 27 to 34 days’ leave (entitlement based on continuous service), plus bank holidays, with options to carry forward, bank, or purchase leave.
Flexible/Hybrid working: different options can be discussed depending on the role and responsibilities.
Cycle to Work: salary sacrifice bike scheme, plus on-site showers, lockers and racks.
Car Club: access to low-emission fleet cars for council and personal use, with 62p per mile reimbursement for personal vehicle use.
New Wheels: environmentally friendly car ownership via salary sacrifice, inclusive of maintenance, insurance, and tax.
Family-related leave: parental, maternity, paternity, adoption, carers’ and compassionate leave.
Culture and inclusion
Strong leadership and successful partnerships have helped to create an exciting future as a thriving cultural, economic, and residential location.
Our Place Directorate helps to shape a built environment that will underpin a brighter tomorrow. Transport infrastructure is central to our vision and strategies to improve connectivity, and support the sustainable growth of the city.
Career development
We have a longstanding record of advancing the careers of our engineers, technical professionals and leaders. From formal training to e-learning to on-the-job mentoring, we ensure you have access to regular development opportunities.
Externally, our strong links to the Institution of Civil Engineers and the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation help provide more well-rounded career development.
Rewards And Benefits
GM Good Employment Charter: commitment to good employment principles, including secure work, fair pay, health, diversity, and inclusion.
Pension: competitive Local Government Pension Scheme with tax savings. Additional savings are available through the Shared Cost AVC scheme.
MyRewards: wide range of benefits, including lifestyle and wellbeing discounts.
Leave & Leave Plus: 27 to 34 days’ leave (entitlement based on continuous service), plus bank holidays, with options to carry forward, bank, or purchase leave.
Flexible/Hybrid working: different options can be discussed depending on the role and responsibilities.
Cycle to Work: salary sacrifice bike scheme, plus on-site showers, lockers and racks.
Car Club: access to low-emission fleet cars for council and personal use, with 62p per mile reimbursement for personal vehicle use.
New Wheels: environmentally friendly car ownership via salary sacrifice, inclusive of maintenance, insurance, and tax.
Family-related leave: parental, maternity, paternity, adoption, carers’ and compassionate leave.
Culture and inclusion
We are committed to developing a culture where everyone feels they can bring their whole self to work and is supported to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their background. There is a wide choice of Employee Network Groups and Peer Support Groups to join.
The Salford City Mayor’s Charter sets out a city-wide commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion. We:
The Salford City Mayor’s Charter sets out a city-wide commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion. We:
- actively promote workforce equality and address discrimination, ensuring that sound policies and practices are in place
- provide opportunities for Salford’s diverse communities, ensuring recruitment and HR arrangements connect local residents to opportunities
- reinforce good practice around equality and diversity in our supply chain, and respect the diversity of Salford communities through responsible activity
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 2121 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~59k in sampleP25 £40kP75 £65k
£32kmedian £51kgoing rate £50k£65k
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2121 going rate of £50,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.