Engineer - Externally Funded Projects

Job Title: Engineer - Externally Funded Projects

Salary: £40,317 - £45,933 per annum

Grade: E

Contract Type: Fixed Term 5-year Contract 

Full-Time 37 Hours per Week

About the Role

We are seeking an Engineer - Externally Funded Projects to join our Highways and Transport Delivery team. 

This role supports the design, technical checking and delivery of highway and transport improvement schemes. 

You will provide engineering expertise, ensure compliance with relevant standards and assist in the successful delivery of projects from concept through to construction.

What We Are Looking For

As an Engineer you will have the following:

• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office and highway design software.
• Ability to prepare, review and check highway engineering designs, drawings and technical reports.
• Knowledge of highway design standards, specifications and industry best practice.
• Experience in the design, delivery or supervision of highway and transport improvement schemes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience working collaboratively with consultants, contractors and stakeholders.
• Commitment to agile working and council values.
• Understanding of equality and diversity principles.
• Desirable: Full driving licence; knowledge of DMRB, Manual for Streets, TSRGD and traffic management techniques.

Essential Qualifications: 

Educated to HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, Transportation or a related discipline.

DBS Check: Not Required for this post

Benefits of Working with Us 

At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• Generous annual leave entitlement 
• Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable) 
• Ongoing training and professional development 
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support 
• Staff discounts and local offers 
• A supportive and inclusive working environment 

Important Dates 

Closing Date (Redeployment Only):  8th October 2026

Closing Date (Internal & External): 18th October 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information 

If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact: 

Peter Wright - Head of Highways & Transport Delivery

[email protected] 

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below: 

Download Job Profile (PDF Document)

If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.