Senior Tunnel Engineer

Advance TRS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a Senior Tunnel Engineer to participate in designing tunnels and shafts for diverse projects. The role requires a strong understanding of ground conditions, structural design, and teamwork skills to manage tasks effectively while supporting junior engineers.

Benefits

Bonus

Pension

Life cover

31 days holiday

Support programme

Perks

Qualifications

• 3-8 years' experience required.
• Willing to learn and achieve chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Design shafts and tunnels, ensuring ground stability.
• Support junior staff and manage project progress.
• Conduct impact assessments on structures.

Skills

Teamwork

Writing

Education

Degree in civil, geotechnical or geological engineering

Job description

Role: Senior Tunnel Engineer

Location: Leeds
Salary: 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.