Location
Leatherhead

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
Not specified

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. Based within the Connect Plus Services business, 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. Your primary responsibility will be supporting 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 various roadside technology assets.

Key Responsibilities
Assist in preparing ITS/Technology designs for assets such as CCTV, signals, VMS, ERT, and MIDAS under supervision. Contribute to the production of drawings, documents, and technical reports. Support senior engineers during design reviews to ensure completeness and compliance with standards. Participate in optioneering and feasibility activities including data gathering and basic assessments. Help compile design briefs, technical inputs, and documentation for design suppliers. Assist in monitoring progress against programme and budget, providing updates to senior engineers and project managers. Support liaison with internal teams and gather information required for design stages. Help collate and prepare technical submissions for the Review Process in accordance with the DBFO contract. Contribute to quality assurance activities ensuring documentation follows CPS standards and procedures. Participate in site visits, surveys, and inspections to support design development (training provided). Assist in capturing lessons learned and contribute ideas for innovation and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with CDM requirements by supporting senior engineers with Designer’s duties.

Why Work for Us
Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious and meaningful infrastructure projects that support national economies and strengthen communities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including smart working with up to 40% remote working where roles allow, 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata), family friendly policies including maternity/adoption and paternity/partner leave, pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more. Join us to contribute to work that makes life better for millions while enjoying a flexible and supportive working environment.

Qualifications
Relevant vocational qualification (e.g., BEng/BSc/HNC/HND in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, or similar). Interest in pursuing professional registration (IET, IHE or similar). 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
Experience from placements, secondments, or academic projects related to transport systems or technology design is desirable. Knowledge of electrical or technology equipment (CCTV, signals, VMS, etc.) is advantageous. Awareness of the 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations, understanding of communication networks or cyber security principles, knowledge of CDM and other health and safety legislation, and basic knowledge of Microsoft Project or other planning tools are good to have. Holding appropriate CSCS card registration and a current UK driving licence is also beneficial.

About You
Clear and confident communicator. Highly motivated and eager to learn. 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. Willingness to learn, develop, and work within a multidisciplinary team. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.