Assistant Engineer - Highway Management
At Solihull Council, we're committed to creating a well-connected, safe and sustainable borough for our residents, businesses and visitors. We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Engineer – Highway Management to join our dedicated Highway Services team and play a key role in shaping and improving our local highway network.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop or advance a career in highway engineering. Working within our Highway Management team, you will support the delivery of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs), road safety initiatives and a range of highway improvement projects across the borough.
From undertaking site surveys and technical assessments to designing schemes, consulting with stakeholders and supporting project delivery on site, you'll gain hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle.
For candidates appointed at Band D, you'll take greater responsibility for leading more complex schemes, managing project budgets and programmes, supervising works on site and building effective relationships with contractors and partners to ensure successful delivery.
About You
We're looking for someone who is passionate about improving highways and road safety and who enjoys working collaboratively to deliver practical solutions.
You will have:
- 5 GCSE’s or equivalent including maths and English
- Experience, or sound understanding, of working on construction, engineering or highways related projects.
- Knowledge of Traffic Regulation Orders, an understanding of road safety schemes and how programmes of work are prioritised.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or GIS systems.
- Strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
Additional Requirements for Band D
- A relevant BTEC or equivalent qualification in a construction-related subject.
- A successful track record of delivering construction or engineering projects.
- Experience of working independently, making informed decisions and delivering results with minimal supervision.
- Strong project management, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
Why Solihull?
At Solihull Council, we pride ourselves on being small enough to care, big enough to make a difference. We work closely with partners across the public sector, businesses, voluntary organisations, and local communities to improve the lives of our residents.
This is an exciting time to join us. We’re supporting on the delivery of major projects such as High-Speed 2, M42 Junction 5a, and our housing growth programme, alongside ambitious developments at Birmingham Airport, the NEC, and Arden Cross.
What We Offer
At Solihull Council, you’ll be part of a supportive and professional team committed to developing talent and helping colleagues grow their careers. We also offer
- A range of flexible working options including hybrid working
- Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year.
- A flexitime scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
- Family and carer friendly policies
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
- As an essential car user, free parking is available.
Interested?
Whether you're an emerging engineering professional looking to build your experience or a more established practitioner ready to take on greater responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please click on the link below. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences.
To apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Duljit Madahar, Strategic Lead Highway Management at Duljit.madahar@solihull.gov.uk
Closing date for completed applications is 2 August 2026
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview week commencing 10 August 2026
This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.
Solihull Council is proud to be Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Salary range
- £26,824 - £37,280 per year