Senior Tunnel Engineer: TBM & Cavern Construction Lead

Hill International, Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill International, Inc. is seeking an experienced Tunnel Engineer in Saudi Arabia to ensure high-quality delivery of tunneling and underground works on major infrastructure projects.

You will collaborate with the Senior Tunnel Construction Engineer, review drawings, implement methodologies, and maintain QA/QC through field inspections, while applying EN/BS standards and ITA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of tunnelling and underground construction experience.
• Exposure to TBM tunnelling techniques (EPB, slurry, or hard rock) and cavern excavation methods (NATM/SEM or drill & blast).
• Experience in site-based roles on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of TBM operations, tunnelling processes, and underground excavation and support systems.
• Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and QA/QC processes.
• Familiarity with EN/BS standards and ITA tunnelling guidelines.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills for collaboration with teams and contractors.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for addressing construction challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and engineering assurance for TBM bored tunnels and underground cavern works.
• Ensure construction aligns with approved designs, methodologies, and client standards.
• Maintain strong coordination and communication with contractors and internal teams.
• Assist in the implementation of construction methodologies for tunnelling and cavern works.
• Review and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Conduct QA/QC processes and inspections to maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Senior Tunnel Construction Engineer on daily engineering tasks.
• Stay updated with industry standards and guidelines, particularly EN/BS standards and ITA tunnelling guidelines.
• Offer technical guidance and support to the project team and contractors.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of project-specific procedures and protocols.

Skills

Tunnelling expertise

TBM methods

Project coordination

QA/QC knowledge

EN/BS standards ITA guidelines

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mining Eng

Job description

Hill International, Inc. is seeking an experienced Tunnel Engineer in Saudi Arabia to ensure high-quality delivery of tunneling and underground works on major infrastructure projects.

You will collaborate with the Senior Tunnel Construction Engineer, review drawings, implement methodologies, and maintain QA/QC through field inspections, while applying EN/BS standards and ITA guidelines.