Location
Leatherhead

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role
Balfour Beatty currently has an opportunity for a Technology Design Engineer (ITS) (Highways) to work on the M25, one of the busiest and most important sections of road in the UK. As part of the Connect Plus Services business based in Leatherhead, you will assist in the efficient service delivery of the M25 DBFO Network by undertaking a wide range of incident response, hazard clearance, network maintenance, and more.

In this role, you will support the delivery of ITS/Technology design activities across the M25 network. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will assist with the development, review, and coordination of design solutions for a variety of roadside technology assets.

Key responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of ITS/Technology designs for assets such as CCTV, signals, VMS, ERT, and MIDAS under supervision; contributing to drawings, documents, and technical reports; supporting design reviews to ensure compliance with standards; participating in optioneering and feasibility activities; compiling design briefs and technical inputs; monitoring progress against programme and budget; liaising with internal teams; preparing technical submissions in accordance with the DBFO contract; contributing to quality assurance activities; participating in site visits, surveys, and inspections (training provided); capturing lessons learned; and supporting compliance with CDM requirements by assisting senior engineers with Designer’s duties.

Working at Balfour Beatty means contributing to some of the UK’s most ambitious and meaningful infrastructure projects that support national economies and strengthen communities. The role offers flexibility with smart working options, including staggered start and finish times and up to 40% remote working where applicable. Additional benefits include 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata), family friendly policies, pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.

Qualifications
Relevant vocational qualification such as BEng, BSc, HNC, or HND in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a similar discipline.
Interest in pursuing professional registration (IET, IHE, or similar).

Experience
Basic understanding or academic exposure to ITS/Technology systems and principles.
Awareness of engineering standards and an interest in learning DMRB, MCHW, and related design guidance.
Good IT and Microsoft Office skills.
Experience from placements, secondments, or academic projects related to transport systems or technology design is advantageous.
Knowledge of electrical or technology equipment (CCTV, signals, VMS, etc.) is desirable.
Awareness of the 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations and understanding of communication networks or cyber security principles is beneficial.
Knowledge of CDM and other health and safety legislation is a plus.
Holding an appropriate CSCS card and a current UK driving licence is advantageous.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Project or other planning tools is desirable.

About You
Clear and confident communicator.
Highly motivated and eager to learn.
Willingness to develop and work within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships.
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage workload under supervision.
Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable in a changing environment.