Senior Tunnel Engineer

Company Overview: Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at www.dar.com. Our Vision and Values: We aspire to be the chosen home of those with a gift for crafting solutions that empower people and an unwavering passion for learning and innovation. Our core values shape our culture and guide our decision-making. We are committed to: Excellence Responsibility Empowerment Connectivity Courage About the Role: Dar Al-Handasah is seeking an experienced Senior Tunnel Engineer to join our engineering team in Cairo. The successful candidate will contribute to the design and delivery of complex tunnel and underground infrastructure projects, bringing strong expertise in tunnel design, geotechnical engineering, underground structures and tunnelling methodologies. The role involves technical design, engineering analysis, multidisciplinary coordination and the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions in line with international standards and project requirements. Responsibilities: Prepare and lead the development of tunnel and underground structure design deliverables, including engineering drawings, calculations, specifications and technical models. Perform and review analytical and numerical analyses for tunnel excavation, ground-structure interaction, settlement prediction, support systems and final linings. Apply soil and rock mechanics principles to assess ground conditions, identify potential failure mechanisms and develop appropriate tunnel support solutions. Develop and evaluate tunnelling methodologies, including NATM, TBM, Drill & Blast, Micro tunnelling and Pipe Jacking. Review geotechnical investigation data, borehole logs, laboratory results and in-situ testing reports to support design decisions. Contribute to ground investigation planning, geotechnical risk assessments, GBRs, GDRs and groundwater assessments. Coordinate with Geotechnical, Structural, Water & Environment, MEP and other disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions. Assess tunnel interfaces with stations, shafts, portals, utilities, roads, railways and existing infrastructure. Review design drawings, BIM models and technical documentation to ensure accuracy, quality and compliance with applicable codes and standards. Support design optimization, value engineering, constructability assessments and evaluation of ground improvement techniques. Prepare technical reports, design submissions, specifications, quantity take-offs and Bills of Quantities. Provide technical support during construction, including responding to RFIs, reviewing contractor queries and addressing design-related issues. Participate in client and multidisciplinary coordination meetings and communicate technical progress, risks and design issues effectively. Review the work of junior engineers, provide technical guidance and promote engineering best practices and knowledge sharing. Ensure compliance with project requirements, quality procedures, health and safety principles and agreed delivery schedules. Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, preferably specializing in Geotechnical Engineering, Tunnel Engineering, Underground Structures or Rock Mechanics. Relevant professional experience in tunnel engineering, underground structures or geotechnical design. Strong knowledge of tunnel design principles, soil and rock mechanics, excavation support systems and tunnel lining design. Practical experience with tunnelling methodologies, including NATM, TBM, Drill & Blast, Micro tunnelling and Pipe Jacking. Experience in analytical and numerical modelling for tunnel excavation, ground-structure interaction and geotechnical analysis. Working knowledge of relevant engineering software and design tools used in tunnel and geotechnical engineering. Good understanding of international engineering standards, including Eurocodes, BS, ITA Guidelines and applicable local codes and regulations. Experience reviewing geotechnical investigation reports and interpreting ground and groundwater conditions. Familiarity with BIM processes and multidisciplinary design coordination. Experience in preparing technical reports, design calculations, specifications and engineering deliverables. Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and technical reporting skills. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines. Kind Note: * While we carefully review all applications, only candidates meeting the specified requirements will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest. Show more Show less