Technical Engineer - Residential Development
Salary: £55,000 to £80,000 depending on level of experience.
Location: Northampton.
Overview
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technical Engineer to join a leading residential developer with a strong pipeline of projects across the South East. This is a key technical role within a well-established Design & Technical team, where you will take ownership of infrastructure coordination across multiple residential developments. The business is known for delivering high-quality housing schemes, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a more autonomous role with real influence over design coordination, approvals, and project delivery.
Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate engineering information across highways, drainage, utilities, and external works packages.
* Oversee external consultants producing infrastructure designs, ensuring outputs are practical, compliant, and cost-effective.
* Support the progression of Section 38, Section 104 and Section 278 agreements, ensuring timely approvals and delivery alignment.
* Track technical deliverables and help ensure infrastructure packages are delivered in line with build programmes.
* Review engineering proposals, providing input on buildability, value engineering, and technical compliance.
* Work closely with local authorities, statutory bodies, utility companies, and internal teams to resolve technical issues and progress schemes.
Qualifications
* HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a technical or infrastructure-focused role.
* Background in residential development, consultancy, or civil engineering design.
* Strong understanding of highways, drainage, and utility coordination.
* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
* Experience with Autodesk software packages (desirable).
* Knowledge of PDS or MicroDrainage (beneficial but not essential).
Benefits
* Salary up to £55k depending on experience.
* Hybrid working arrangement.
* Exposure to a strong pipeline of residential development projects.
* Genuine career progression within a growing technical team.
* Opportunity to take ownership of complex infrastructure packages.
* Supportive, collaborative working culture with experienced technical leadership.
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