Senior Tunnel Engineer

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Tunnel Engineer to design and assess tunnels and shafts for UK and international projects. The role requires a relevant engineering degree and extensive experience in tunnel engineering, along with strong writing and teamwork skills. You will engage closely with clients and support junior staff in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Bonus

Pension

Life cover

31 days holiday

Support programme

Various perks

Qualifications

• 3-8 years' experience in tunnel engineering.
• Good writing and teamwork skills required.
• Willingness to learn and pursue chartership.

Responsibilities

• Design tunnels and shafts for various projects.
• Conduct ground stability checks and impact assessments.
• Support junior staff and report on project progress.

Skills

Writing

Teamwork

Ground conditions understanding

Structural design

Education

Degree in civil, geotechnical or geological engineering

Job description

Role: Senior Tunnel Engineer

Location: LeedsSalary: £45,000-£55,000 (based on experience)
Benefits: Bonus, pension, life cover, 31 days holiday, support programme, perks

Overview:
Design tunnels and shafts for UK and overseas projects. Use your understanding of ground conditions and structural design. You’ll help write reports, get approvals, and work closely with clients like Network Rail and National Highways.

You’ll work on:

• Shaft and tunnel designs (e.g. microtunnelling, HDD, timber headings)
• Ground stability checks and shoring systems
• Impact assessments on nearby structures
• Supporting junior staff and reporting progress

What you need:

• Degree in civil, geotechnical or geological engineering
• 3-8 years’ experience
• Good writing and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and get chartered

For information about this position or any others within the Civil and Structural Engineering design market please contact Calum French.

Please note to be considered for the role, you must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.