Join Our Team as a Bridges & Structures Engineer! Telford & Wrekin Council is committed to protecting, caring for, and investing in our borough. By joining us, you’ll be part of an organisation delivering high‑quality services and improving the lives of our residents. If you’re passionate about maintaining safe, resilient and well‑managed highway structures — and want to play a key role in shaping the borough’s long‑term asset management strategy — this Bridges & Structures Engineer position could be your ideal next step. About the Role As a Bridges & Structures Engineer, you will take a leading role in the inspection, management, design, and delivery of structure-related engineering projects across the borough. You’ll ensure our highway structures — including bridges, retaining walls, culverts and other assets — are safe, compliant and maintained in accordance with national standards and asset management best practice. Working with internal teams, external partners and contractors, you’ll support the delivery of annual and long‑term maintenance programmes, contribute to the Local Transport Capital Programme, and provide specialist technical advice across the Council. Key Responsibilities Lead on routine, ad-hoc and special inspections of highway structures. Develop, maintain and improve the Council’s Bridge Station asset management system. Use asset data, deterioration modelling and condition assessments to create long‑term strategies and maintenance programmes. Produce technical feasibility studies and engineering reports. Prepare detailed design schemes, specifications, drawings, and contract documents. Manage engineering projects from concept to completion, including financial and programme monitoring. Respond to enquiries from councillors, residents, and external partners. Work collaboratively with contractors, consultants and external engineering partners. Fulfil duties of Principal Designer under CDM regulations where required. Supervise Assistant Engineers and Apprentices when necessary. Along with your application please also submit a personal statement outlining how you meet the person specification. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Declan.Kearney@telford.gov.uk Please click on the links below to view the job description and person specification. A CV template is available if you do not already have a CV. We believe great services start with great people — and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters. What we offer: We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package — starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy. Flexible working & career progression Local Government Pension Scheme Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks Free parking & confidential wellbeing support Hybrid working model - whether you're in the office or working from home, we support a balance that fits your personal and family commitments. Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits. Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas. Attached documents Bridges & Structures Engineer JD & Person Spec