This isn’t just another engineering role—it’s your chance to shape how the UK moves.
As a Principal Highways Engineer, you’ll lead the design and delivery of major transport projects that connect communities, boost economies, and improve everyday journeys. You’ll drive smarter, safer, more efficient design solutions—while mentoring the next generation of engineers and influencing how we deliver projects at scale.
From national programmes to local schemes that make a real difference, your expertise will directly elevate performance, innovation, and outcomes across our highways capability.
About the opportunity
We know great people want more than just a job—so here’s what you can expect:
Real influence – Lead high-profile projects and shape technical decisions that matter
Variety & impact – Work on everything from local authority schemes to global mega‑projects
Career growth – Opportunities to step into leadership, grow your team, and expand your impact
? Flexibility – Balance your work and life in a way that works for you
Innovate & improve – Champion new approaches, automation, and better ways of working
Supportive culture – Collaborate with talented, passionate people across the UK and beyond
Jacobs is a market leader in transport, working with clients like National Highways, Transport Scotland, and the Welsh Government, alongside global contractors. From world‑scale projects like NEOM and King Khalid International Airport to local schemes with councils and transport authorities across the UK, we deliver work that truly makes an impact. Across the North, Midlands, and South‑West, you’ll be part of projects for organisations such as Manchester Airport Group, Birmingham City Council, and the West of England Combined Authority—combining national scale with meaningful local delivery.Provide your feedback on BizChat
