Senior Tunnelling Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Joining Arup means being part of a leading team in tunnelling engineering. The role offers opportunities to develop innovative techniques and manage exciting projects in infrastructure and energy sectors. Candidates should possess strong technical skills, experience in tunnelling design, and a passion for mentoring others. A competitive rewards package is offered, promoting career growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Strong academic background with Chartered status.
• Experience leading tunnelling design teams.
• Proven project management and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand tunnelling capabilities.
• Manage project activities and client communication.
• Mentor early-career team members.

Skills

Project management

Technical skills in tunnelling design

Communication

Numerical modelling

Automation (Python)

Education

MSc in civil or geotechnical/structural engineering

Tools

FLAC

PLAXIS

Midas

Job description

Job Description

• Joining Arup
  
  Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup's Tunnel design team collaborates on complex projects that navigate this congested underground world and are resilient to the impacts of our warming climate. Our teams align both environmental and cost imperatives as we explore ways to reduce resources and materials used in construction and plan for their reuse and recycling. We integrate every discipline involved in tunnel design and bring experience of every type of tunnel, providing objective recommendations for the best approach.
  
  Watch this short clip to discover how Arup is shaping a better world and how you could be part of it!

The Opportunity

Be part of our future.

Our specialist tunnelling team works across various engineering disciplines, applying advanced analysis techniques combined with practical design, operational, and site experience. We support clients throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and feasibility to commissioning, operation, refurbishment, and upgrade of tunnel infrastructure.

We are expanding to meet growing demands, especially in infrastructure and energy sectors, including railways, highways, water, waste storage, mining, carbon capture, renewable energy (hydropower), trenchless tunnelling, and other tunnel engineering areas.

Is This Role for You?

· Develop and expand Arup's tunnelling capabilities by leveraging technical skills, innovative techniques, and industry best practices.

· Manage bidding and project activities, ensuring effective communication with clients and teams.

· Build and develop your network of business contacts to contribute to team growth.

· Mentor early-career team members, providing guidance and feedback.

· Represent Arup at meetings, providing technical expertise and guidance.

Requirements

A suitable candidate will have:

· A strong academic background (ideally MSc or equivalent) with Chartered status in civil or geotechnical/structural engineering.

· Excellent technical skills and experience leading tunnelling design teams.

· Project management skills, understanding client needs, and effective communication.

· Proven tunnelling design experience with methodologies like TBM, SCL, NATM, D&B, and micro tunnelling, using international design codes (Eurocode, ACI).

· Experience with industry-standard numerical modelling software (e.g., FLAC, PLAXIS, Midas) considering soil-structure interaction.

· Automation experience (e.g., Python) is a plus.

· Strong communication skills, confident liaising with clients, and excellent report writing skills.

· Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas.

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What We Offer

At Arup, we care about your success and growth. We offer a competitive total reward package, including fair pay, health and wellbeing benefits, learning opportunities, and impactful work. Our ownership structure allows personal responsibility and alignment with our purpose, with profit sharing among members.

Benefits include private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection, and flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and needs.

Our Values and Inclusion

Arup is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We promote equitable spaces and systems, supporting an inclusive culture through employee networks and initiatives. Discover more at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We support accessibility in our recruitment and workplace. Contact [e-mail] for assistance or adjustments during your application or interview process.

Application Process

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