We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and innovative Principal Engineer to join our forward-thinking local authority using the latest Highway Improvement techniques to manage its network.

Based within North Somerset, boasting both beautiful coastlines and rural countryside, you will play a key role in this essential function to improve our highways across the region.  You will drive and develop safe and sustainable engineering solutions meeting technical and project requirements, as well as providing project management and support to less experienced members of the team.

Educated to a minimum Degree level (BEng or equivalent) or equivalent level qualification in Civil Engineering, you will have an interesting and varied workload and a great working environment. 

Whilst this is a full-time permanent post, proposals around term time only or part time working will also be considered, to take into consideration individual circumstances. We also offer flexible working hours to support a greater work life balance as well as a generous annual leave and excellent pension scheme.  Our full range of benefits can be found on our website.

We have a range of roles across all levels within our Highways team.  Please visit our website to view our other vacancies.  

For an informal discussion on this role or to enquire about our other vacancies please contact Jonathan Gall, Active Travel & Scheme Delivery Manager on 07385 978 797.

Anticipated interview date: TBC

North Somerset Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of our community regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion, belief or sexual orientation. North Somerset Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

North Somerset Council – Open, Fairer, Greener.