• Location: Woking, London, Bristol, Leeds, Aldershot, Christchurch

An exciting opportunity has arisen to meet the growing portfolio of transport planning projects within one of the UK’s leading independent consultancies. Mayer Brown is a specialist design practice with an integrated approach supporting our clients on projects from conception, through consent and during construction. Our holistic approach ensures both innovative and deliverable design solutions and supports our vision to create better places through good design.

What You'll Do:

As a Principal Design Engineer at Mayer Brown, you will play a key role in shaping and driving our projects forward. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead and contribute to a wide range of transport planning projects that prioritise sustainability, active modes of travel, and people-focused places.
• Maintain an excellent understanding and interpretation of applicability of Manual for Streets, LTN1/20, and DMRB in various circumstances.
• Support the preparation of feasibility studies and technical reports.
• Use GIS tools (AutoCAD and Civil 3D) to support design development at concept, preliminary and detailed design stages.
• Collaborate with clients, local authorities, and design teams to develop integrated, sustainable mobility solutions.
• Apply knowledge of health and safety legislation and the CDM Regulations, including the responsibilities of the Designer role.
• Help manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members and contribute to team development.
• Assist with business development, including proposal writing and client engagement.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a Principal Design Engineer with strong AutoCAD and Civils 3D skills to join our offices at Mayer Brown Limited. This exciting role focuses on delivering sustainable transport, active travel, and placemaking projects.

You will be organised, capable of managing multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively, and demonstrate good time management. A creative mindset would be advantageous. Additionally, you will be self-motivated, able to conduct independent research, and produce high-quality reports.

Experience

• A degree or higher qualification in Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working on public highway schemes, active travel routes and urban realm projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civils 3D, AutoTrack and KeySign
• A genuine interest in sustainable transport, walking and cycling infrastructure, and placemaking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and engaging reports and presentations.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., ICE) is advantageous.

What We Offer:

• Flexible, hybrid working options.
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working culture.
• Structured professional development, including support toward chartership.
• A varied and rewarding workload across sectors and scales.
• 25 Days annual leave.
• A competitive salary and benefits package, with leave increasing the longer you are with us.
• Membership of our group pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Payment of subscription to Professional Institution
• Life Assurance

Why Join Mayer Brown?

We offer you the unique experience of working within a supportive local team, backed by the stability and success of an established national consultancy. Here's why working with us is different:

• Personal Impact: In our teams, your contributions are noticed and valued. You will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and clients, making a direct impact on projects and the business.
• Diverse Experience: Unlike large corporations where roles can be narrowly defined, at Mayer Brown, you will gain broad exposure to various aspects of transport planning, enhancing your skills and experience. We will embrace your desire to achieve Professional Qualifications and will work with you to identify and fill any skill gaps.
• Strong Relationships: Build strong, lasting relationships with colleagues and clients. Our close-knit team environment fosters collaboration and mentorship, helping you grow both professionally and personally.
• Agility and Flexibility: Benefit from a more agile work environment where decisions are made quickly, and innovative ideas are encouraged and implemented. We offer the flexibility to find a working style that suits you and our client’s, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Career Growth and Stability: Many of our team members have been with Mayer Brown for decades, appreciating the opportunities to grow with the business. Our commitment to staff development means you can optimise your potential, grow with clients, and maintain your work-life balance throughout your career.
• Fun and Enjoyment: We believe that work should be enjoyable. Our vibrant social calendar and regular team events ensure that you have fun while building strong connections with your colleagues. We promote a positive and inclusive work environment where everyone's contributions are celebrated.

Be the Difference

We want the best people to join our team so the business can grow with you. At work we celebrate integrity, keep our word and treat people with respect. We support each other and embrace diversity to create a place where people from every background can come together and do great things. We promote the right environment for everyone to reach their full potential.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We believe that by working together diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative ideas. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of how we improve quality of life - a diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success.

How to Apply

We want to know more about you. Please send your CV and a short note explaining why you’re interested in joining Mayer Brown. We value openness and transparency in ensuring a good fit for our team.