Published: 27th February 2026

Senior Engineer

You will take responsibility for producing project and programme outputs and ensuring they meet required technical standards. You will also manage day today activities across typical projects and low risk programmes. Your work will help the organisation achieve its mission of improving walking, wheeling, and cycling options.

  • Contract: Permanent
  • Location: England North, with regular attendance in any of the Manchester, Leeds or Newcastle hubs
  • Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
  • £37, 142 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus a market supplement of £3993                                                                                                                         
  • Closing date: 23:59 on 08 March 2026
  • Reference: 135REC
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About the role

Team: Delivery/ Infrastructure 

As the Senior Engineer, you will lead the creation and technical review of project and programme work. Your responsibilities include managing standard projects and low risk programmes. In this role, you will support Walk Wheel Cycle Trust in delivering solutions that are high impact, innovative, and practical. 

You will take responsibility for producing project and programme outputs and ensuring they meet required technical standards. You will also manage day today activities across typical projects and low risk programmes. Your work will help the organisation achieve its mission of improving walking, wheeling, and cycling options. 

You will take responsibility for producing project and programme outputs and ensuring they meet required technical standards. You will also manage day today activities across typical projects and low risk programmes. Your work will help the organisation achieve its mission of improving walking, wheeling, and cycling options. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

  • You will manage low risk projects from start to finish. 

  • You will lead the production and technical review of project and programme outputs. 

  • You will provide line management support to colleagues working at lower grades. 

  • You will work with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies to support successful delivery. 

  • The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults.  

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys using their engineering knowledge and judgement to solve problems to design and deliver vital active travel infrastructure to benefit communities. 

LIVING OUR VALUES  

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:  

  • Always Learning – curious, openminded and committed to continuous improvement.  
  • Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.  
  • Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.  
  • Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.  

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.  

About you

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. 

  • You are confident using design software relevant to transport, engineering, or urban design work. 

  • You have up to date knowledge of sustainable transport design and delivery, including innovation, best practice, inclusive design, and the use of new technology. 

  • You have a thorough understanding of current health and safety legislation and safe working practices, including the application of CDM Regulations. 

  • You have either a degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant field—such as Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or another demonstrably relevant specialism—with at least two years of experience, or a minimum of five years’ experience in a relevant role. 

Additional Information

  • Application deadline: 23:59, 08 March 2026 

  • Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 23 March 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.  

  • We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community. 

  • Adjustments are available throughout the application process. 

Why work for us?

At Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle. 

We're all here to change things. You'll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative problem solvers all working together to change things for the better.

We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.

You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet. 

We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve. We welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported. 

You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun. 

What we offer

Wellbeing
  • 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working.
  • Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff).
  • Staff volunteer days.
  • 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service.
  • We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes.
Financial
  • Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
  • Bike, computer and season ticket loans.
  • Discount benefits.
  • London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
  • Death in service benefit – 3 times annual salary.
Family-friendly
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
  • Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday).
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