Senior Engineer

  • Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
  • Feb 27, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Senior Engineer

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Senior Engineer

England North

£37, 142 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus a market supplement of £3993

Ref: 137REC

Full time 37.5 hours per week we are happy to talk flexible working

Base: England North, with regular attendance in any of the Manchester, Leeds or Newcastle hubs

Contract: Permanent

Disclosure: Enhanced DBS is not required

ABOUT THE ROLE

Team: Delivery/ Infrastructure

As the Senior Engineer, you will lead the creation and technical review of project and programme work. Your responsibilities include managing standard projects and low risk programmes. In this role, you will support Walk Wheel Cycle Trust in delivering solutions that are high impact, innovative, and practical.

You will take responsibility for producing project and programme outputs and ensuring they meet required technical standards. You will also manage day today activities across typical projects and low risk programmes. Your work will help the organisation achieve its mission of improving walking, wheeling, and cycling options.

You will take responsibility for producing project and programme outputs and ensuring they meet required technical standards. You will also manage day today activities across typical projects and low risk programmes. Your work will help the organisation achieve its mission of improving walking, wheeling, and cycling options.

What You ll Be Doing

  • You will manage low risk projects from start to finish.
  • You will lead the production and technical review of project and programme outputs.
  • You will provide line management support to colleagues working at lower grades.
  • You will work with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies to support successful delivery.
  • The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys using their engineering knowledge and judgement to solve problems to design and deliver vital active travel infrastructure to benefit communities.

LIVING OUR VALUES

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we re a values driven organisation. We re looking for people who are:

Always Learning curious, openminded and committed to continuous improvement.

Championing Equity inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.

Taking Ownership proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.

Delivering Together collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.

ABOUT YOU

We re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don t need to meet every requirement if you feel you d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

  • You are confident using design software relevant to transport, engineering, or urban design work.
  • You have up to date knowledge of sustainable transport design and delivery, including innovation, best practice, inclusive design, and the use of new technology.
  • You have a thorough understanding of current health and safety legislation and safe working practices, including the application of CDM Regulations.
  • You have either a degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant field such as Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or another demonstrably relevant specialism with at least two years of experience, or a minimum of five years experience in a relevant role.

WHAT WE OFFER

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.

Wellbeing Support

  • 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
  • Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
  • Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
  • Free, confidential support service available 24/7
  • Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme

Financial Benefits

  • Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
  • Bike, computer and season ticket loans
  • Discount benefits
  • London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
  • Death in Service benefit 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly Policies

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Application deadline: 23:59, 08 March 2026
  • Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 23 March 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
  • We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
  • Adjustments are available throughout the application process.