Senior / Principal Tunnel Systems Engineer in Manchester

We are looking for an enthusiastic Tunnel Systems Senior / Principal Engineer to join our growing Highways Comms team and help shape the future of transport technology.

Your role:

• Design and develop Tunnel Safety solutions.
• Liaise with our clients, stakeholders and internal disciplines, developing trusted relationships, and proactively managing expectations.
• Be responsible for producing, checking and certifying designs, documents and reports prior to approval.
• Ensure projects are delivered to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements.
• Proactive management of project and commercial risk in collaboration with Project and Technical Delivery Leads.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental Legislation and in-house quality assurance standards/processes.
• Site attendance to undertake witness installation and testing, General and Principal inspections.
• Work closely with Project and Technical Delivery Leads in planning, programming, and pricing of proposals and deliverables.
• Mentor and upskill more junior staff helping them develop professionally and progress towards professional qualifications.

About you:

• A proven technical capability in the design, operation or delivery of tunnel systems including electrical, mechanical, fire life safety, communications, and control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Degree level- desirable Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional registration with an accredited institution preferred.
• An understanding of tunnel operational procedures and practices including a knowledge of the applicable regulatory framework.
• Experience of relevant design standards and codes of best practice such as the Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, MCHW, National Highways Standards, BS767, working in applicable UK or international standards, specifically NFPA 502.
• A proven track record of working collaboratively with both internal and external partners on integrated highway technology projects.
• Practical understanding of working with infrastructure design systems, which may include skills previously gained in Building Information Modelling systems, AutoCAD (or similar), ProjectWise and SharePoint.
• Ability to motivate, develop and lead junior members of the team, encouraging individual growth and performance.
• Effective communication with Clients, Contractors, and other Key Stakeholders to deliver outputs on time and within budget.
• Experience of leading single or multi-disciplinary projects, or work packages.
• Well versed in the preparation and checking of reports and drawings for transport studies, designs and or, construction projects.

Reward & benefits:

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.