TUNNEL ENGINEER

Soletanche Bachy; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Soletanche Bachy is seeking a Mechanical Engineering professional for tunnelling projects in Singapore. The role focuses on managing TBMs, slurry systems, ventilation and associated mechanical systems, with emphasis on safety and coordination with civil, structural and geotechnical teams.

Candidates should have a Civil Engineering background and at least four years of tunnel/underground construction experience, including TBMs and compressed air environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of tunnel/underground construction experience.
• Experience with TBMs, micro TBM, slurry management, and ventilation systems.
• Experience in compressed air environments.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work onsite.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical equipment for tunnelling projects.
• Supervise TBMs, slurry systems, pumps, and compressors.
• Monitor tunnel methods and procedures.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and fault diagnostics.
• Ensure spare parts availability for tunnel operations.
• Design and maintain ventilation systems.
• Monitor air quality and environmental conditions.
• Lead commissioning and testing of mechanical systems.
• Respond to mechanical failures and resolve quickly.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, and geotechnical teams.
• Maintain maintenance logs and technical documentation.

Skills

Project coordination

Mechanical principles

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Instrumentation

Safety standards

Communication

Problem-solving

Site-based work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain mechanical equipment used in tunnelling works, including TBMs, slurry systems, pumps, and compressors.
• Supervise tunnel and ground freezing procedures and activities.
• Monitor and execute tunnel methods and procedures.
• Coordinate routine maintenance, fault diagnosis, and troubleshooting to minimise downtime.
• Ensure availability of mechanical spare parts and tools for tunnel operations.
• Design, install, and maintain ventilation systems to ensure compliance with workplace safety and health standards.
• Monitor air quality and environmental conditions within the tunnel environment.
• Oversee slurry separation and handling systems, especially for mechanized tunnelling.
• Support in managing excavation systems, ensuring safe and stable face pressure is maintained during TBM operations.
• Implement and maintain mechanical instrumentation systems for monitoring ground movement, pressure, temperature, and vibration.
• Ensure calibration and data integrity of instruments used during tunnelling works.
• Ensure all mechanical systems and equipment meet statutory requirements and internal safety standards.
• Participate in risk assessments and method statement reviews related to mechanical operations.
• Work closely with civil, structural, and geotechnical teams to coordinate work interfaces.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, reports, and technical documentation.
• Support commissioning and testing of mechanical systems.
• Respond to mechanical failures during operations and lead timely resolution.
• Recommend improvements to increase equipment reliability and tunnel efficiency.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in tunnel or underground construction projects.
• Minimum 4 years of experience handling with tunnel boring machines (TBM), micro TBM, pipe roofing, slurry management, and ventilation systems.
• Have experience working with compressed air environment.
• Knowledgeable of mechanical principles, hydraulics, pneumatics, and instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety standards.
• Hands-on, proactive, and able to work in asite-based, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.