At Sustrans, our Engineers are involved in the design, delivery, and upkeep of active travel infrastructure in a range of urban and rural environments. Your work will include the management of design of highway infrastructure for walking and cycling, traffic-free greenways, structures over and under roads, rivers and railways, and the management of path construction and improvement projects.
* Contract: Permanent
* Location: Sustrans office in Edinburgh or Glasgow with the flexibility to work from home
* Full Time 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible about working
* Grade H: £36,629 per annum pro rata for part-time hours plus £3,993 pa (pro-rata) Recruitment & Retention Allowance
* Closing date: 23:59 on 21 September 2025
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Engineer to join our team, working on projects addressing climate change, green space access, social justice, and public space creation.
We pride ourselves on collaborative work, valuing all contributions, and supporting work-life balance with professional development opportunities, including an ICE-approved training scheme.
Candidates should be based within the geographical area with regular travel expected to Edinburgh or Glasgow hubs.
About you
A skilled Engineer with experience in providing technical authority, leading, motivating, and managing a team. You should be an excellent communicator, able to build relationships across diverse groups, and capable of identifying new projects, preparing bids, and developing partnerships.
You should have experience managing construction projects through their full lifecycle, including producing, reviewing, and approving engineering drawings and reports, and managing project delivery, resources, risks, and budgets.
Sustrans is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all community parts.
Additional Information
· Closing date for applications is 23:59, 21 September 2025
· Interviews in person during the week of 29 September 2025
· Early applications encouraged as the role may close early if interest is high
Why work for us?
Join a movement to promote walking and cycling, working on impactful projects that improve health, community, and the environment. Be part of a supportive, ethical, and fun team that values diversity and inclusion.
What we offer
* 28 days leave plus bank holidays; option to buy extra leave
* Free support services and cycle schemes
* Group pension with employer contributions
* Loans for bikes, computers, and season tickets
* London Weighting Allowance for eligible employees
* Death in service benefit
Family-friendly
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Flexible working practices
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