Senior Tunnel Systems Engineer - Design & Safety

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Principal Tunnel Systems Engineer to join their Intelligent Infrastructure team. The role involves setting technical direction and delivering design and advisory services for complex tunnel systems projects. Candidates should hold a degree in engineering and have a collaborative approach, with support for professional registration. This position offers opportunities for career development and being part of a supportive culture that values innovation.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as Mechanical, Electrical or Systems Engineering.
• Professional registration (CEng) is preferred or on the pathway toward chartership.
• Proven capability in design, operation, or delivery of complex engineering systems.

Responsibilities

• Set technical direction and delivery of design and advisory services.
• Engage directly with clients to deliver tunnel systems projects.
• Develop emerging talent within a high-performing technical team.

Skills

Problem-solving ability

Systems thinking mindset

Collaborative approach

Design experience

Education

Degree in relevant engineering discipline

Professional registration (CEng) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

ProjectWise

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Principal Tunnel Systems Engineer to join their Intelligent Infrastructure team. The role involves setting technical direction and delivering design and advisory services for complex tunnel systems projects. Candidates should hold a degree in engineering and have a collaborative approach, with support for professional registration. This position offers opportunities for career development and being part of a supportive culture that values innovation.