ARX Group Tunnel Engineer - 100%(M/F) Envoyer

ARX is a global network of specialists in engineering, design, and architecture. Our team offers 360° consulting, project management, and technical services in:

airports, bridges, buildings, cableways,
digital innovation, environment, equipment,
geology, geotechnics, hydropower, metros,
nuclear plants, oil & gas, pipelines, ports,
railways, river engineering, roads, traffic,
tunnels, and water/wastewater treatment.

With offices across Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa, and Oceania, our agile task force combines global expertise with local know-how. The result is our uniquely "glocal" approach, which allows us to meet the specific needs of each community while incorporating international best practices. At ARX, smart minds strive for a sustainable future, transforming communities one innovative project at a time.

People are the heart and soul of ARX. We are a home for innovators, visionaries, and experts to develop talents, launch careers, and collaborate with fellow specialists. ARX values individuals. Believing their brilliance and determination will provide solutions to tomorrow's challenges, we welcome professionals who will both benefit from and enrich our team.

ARX, marks a significant expansion into the Middle East with its offices in UAE and KSA. This underscores our dedication to innovation and engineering excellence, bolstering our position in the dynamic GCC market.

For our office in Dubai, we are looking for

Tunnel Engineer - 100% (m/f)

The ideal candidate should have proven experience in tunnel engineering, underground structures, and major infrastructure projects. They should be capable of independently managing design packages, coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces, delivering technical outputs, and supporting junior engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Independently prepare tunnel and underground works design packages for TBM tunnels, NATM tunnels, drill-and-blast tunnels, shafts, portals, cross passages and junctions, underground stations, cut-and-cover structures, and related geotechnical works.
• Perform and document engineering calculations for tunnel linings (including rebar reinforcement and detailing), excavation support systems, segmental linings, primary and secondary support systems, ground support measures, and ground-structure interaction.
• Develop, analyse, and interpret numerical models using software such as PLAXIS2D/PLAXIS3D, Rocscience RS2/RS3, Midas FEA, FLAC, Abaqus, or similar tools.
• Prepare and coordinate design reports, specifications, BOQs, technical submissions, and design deliverables.
• Review geotechnical models and design parameters to support project development.
• Coordinate technical interfaces with civil, structural, geotechnical, BIM/CAD, MEP, and construction teams.
• Prepare responses to client comments, technical review comments, RFIs, and design queries.
• Undertake tunnel impact studies, settlement assessments, instrumentation and monitoring evaluations, and construction-stage engineering assessments.
• Contribute to constructability reviews, risk assessments, value engineering exercises, and support-class development.
• Review and provide guidance on work produced by Junior and Assistant Engineers.
• Participate in client meetings, technical workshops, and multidisciplinary design reviews.
• Ensure assigned deliverables meet project schedules, quality requirements, and applicable codes and standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Tunnel Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Master's degree in Tunnel Engineering, Underground Structures, or Rock Mechanics is an advantage.
• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in tunnel engineering, underground structures, geotechnical design, or major infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the design of tunnels, shafts, portals, underground stations, cross passages, temporary works, or excavation support systems.
• Strong understanding of tunnel support systems, and underground construction methods. rock mechanics, soil mechanics, and settlement assessment.
• Proficiency in tunnel and geotechnical analysis software such as PLAXIS2D/3D, RS2/RS3, Slide, Midas FEA, FLAC or equivalent.
• Experience preparing and coordinating engineering calculations, reports, specifications, drawings, and technical submissions.
• Familiarity with international tunnel, structural and geotechnical design standards and guidelines.
• Experience working within BIM-enabled project delivery environments.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and coordination skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English; additional languages, including Arabic, are an advantage.
• International underground infrastructure project experience, including in the Middle East, is preferred

We Offer:

• Opportunity to collaborate with a forward-thinking, synergistic, and innovative team.
• Exposure to cutting-edge projects driving Middle East / North African regions development.
• Personalized professional growth and developmental avenues tailored to your career aspirations.

If you would you like to join our highly motivated and very successful team, please send us your complete application!