Senior Ground & Tunnel Engineer

We are currently recruiting a Senior Ground and Tunnelling Engineer to be based in the Spain Enterprise Capabilities Office in Madrid. This position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement incorporating a combination of both inoffice and remote working schedules as outlined below.

The selected candidate will join our busy and expanding experienced team. The team provides assessment concept feasibility preliminary and detailed designs on a wide range of Transportation and Water Projects across the globe. Our internal clients work for private and public sector and include long term Framework Agreements with numerous Local Authorities together with Design and Build commissions for many major Contractors.

Our group has an established track record of successfully delivering design packages for many years throughout the USA and Australia not to mention Canada or Middle East. You may have the opportunity to work on some of the most iconic Transportation projects being part of a diverse and multicultural team.

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Works as part of a ground and tunnelling engineering team with other engineers at the same functional level that can be from different EC offices (Poland Spain India..).
• Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and welldefined procedures.
• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignements.
• Identifies discrepancies in results.
• Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.
• Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Proven track record of working on ground and tunneling engineering designs and collaborating with international and multicultural teams (8 years) for Transportation and Water Projects.
• Experience with international regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in the use of specific ground engineering and tunnelling software as Geoestudio / Plaxis (2D/3D) / Rocscience. Others as FLAC / Midas GTS NX will be considered favorably.
• Experience in the design of C&C tunnels and shafts
• The candidate should be familiarized with retaining and ground improvement systems. Experience on tunnelling construction methods will be considered favorably.
• Proven commitment with Quality Control Policy and Quality Management System.
• Experience working in the North America region / Australia will be considered favorably.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University
• US and/or Australia Professional Engineer license will be considered favorably

Additional Information :

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and privatesector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime