Ground Senior Engineer

AECOM; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Ground Senior Engineer in Madrid. In this role, you'll lead exciting ground and tunneling engineering projects, work with international teams, and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate has significant experience in managing subsurface investigations and engineering analyses, with proficiency in relevant software. This full-time position offers opportunities for career growth within a supportive and dynamic environment, making it a great place to build your future.

Servicios

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work options

Training and development programs

Formación

• 8 years of experience in ground and tunneling engineering designs.
• Experience with international regulations and standards.
• Proven track record in foundation design and slope stability.

Responsabilidades

• Lead medium to large-scale projects overseeing design and reporting.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster team connections.
• Perform quality control review of design calculations.

Conocimientos

Ground and tunneling engineering designs

Fluent in English

Subsurface investigations

Collaboration in multicultural teams

Educación

Bachelor or Master degree in Civil Engineering

Herramientas

Geoestudio

Plaxis

FLAC

Midas GTS NX

Descripción del empleo

We are currently recruiting for a Ground Senior Engineer to join our ambitious and experienced team. We are working on stages as early as feasibility studies up to detailed designs on a wide range of projects. Our clients are from the private and public sector and include long term Framework Agreements with numerous Local Authorities together with Design and Build commissions for many major Contractors. Our office has an established track record of successfully delivering roadway designs for many years throughout the USA and Australia not to mention Canada or Middle East. You may have the opportunity to work on some of the most iconic Transportation projects being part of a diverse and multicultural team for the Europe Global Delivery Center (Poland / Spain).

What you will do

Works as part of a ground and tunnelling engineering team with other engineers at the same functional level that can be from different EC offices (Poland Spain India..). Undertakes non-routine medium complex projects supported by EC.

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer you will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of mid- to large-scale projects including managing subsurface investigations conducting engineering analysis preparing geotechnical design recommendations and overseeing design and reporting to fulfill client requirements and project goals. You will also mentor junior engineers and foster team connections.

Coordinates and leads small design teams focused on ground engineering design (as bearing capacity for foundations earthworks stability and settlement analysis etc.) and tunnelling for a specific project.

Should be able to independently develop recommendations reports (of course with guidance from our Sr Engineers) and calculations and meet deadlines.

Conducts noncomplex value engineering evaluations determining alternative designs materials construction techniques.

Works autonomously within established procedures and practices with latitude to determine work priorities.

Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings including participation in interdisciplinary reviews.

Ensures that project technical goals / milestones / budgets are met.

Prepares complex project deliverables using a team of junior technical and support staff providing supervision to and mentoring less experienced staff.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of working on ground and tunneling engineering designs and collaborating with international and multi-cultural teams (8 years) for Transportation and Water Projects.
• Experience with international regulations and standards.
• Experience in planning and managing subsurface investigations.
• Experienced in subsurface investigation planning and execution foundation design (shallow and deep) slope stability seepage analysis retaining wall design settlement analyses ground improvement techniques.
• Proficiency in the use of specific ground engineering and tunnelling software as Geoestudio / Plaxis (2D / 3D) / Rocscience / Ensoft. Others as FLAC / Midas GTS NX will be considered favorably.
• Proven commitment with Quality Control Policy and Quality Management System.
• Experience working in the North America region / Australia will be considered favorably.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University.
• US and / or Australia Professional Engineer license will be considered favorably.
• Experience in soft soils ground improvement and PVD / surcharging would be especially valuable.
• Seismic and liquefaction experience would be especially valuable.

Additional Information

At AECOM you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

At AECOM our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time