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Underground Space Engineer

  • France, Italy
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  • Energy
  • January 20, 2025

Activities & Responsibilities

The Underground Space Engineer will be responsible for performing and supervising advanced numerical models for Tunnels and Underground works, particularly focusing on support design for soil/rock/structure interaction, excavation techniques and interaction with reinforced concrete structures. The role involves preparing and coordinating designs for various underground structures. The engineer will contribute to the development of technical specifications, reports, and offer preparations.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform and supervise advanced 2D and 3D numerical models.
  • Prepare and coordinate structural and excavation designs for underground works.
  • Coordinate the preparation of excavation drawings, support specifications and drafting methodologies for excavation.
  • Participate in the preparation of offers and tender documents for underground space works.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to explain excavation details clearly and efficiently with other specialists involved in Underground works (Ventilation, Mechanical and Electrical works).

Requirements profile

  • Degree in Civil Engineering (M.Eng or MSc. or PhD is an asset).
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Underground space engineering.
  • Experience in Underground space related to the design of hydropower and hydrotechnical structures, including dams, tunnels, powerhouses, and related structures.
  • Fluency in English is mandatory. Proficiency in French or Italian is an asset.

What sets us apart from others

International Projects

Employees have the opportunity to work on exciting and impactful international projects that expand their skills and provide global experiences.

Cultural Exchange

​​Gruner promotes cultural exchange through programs that allow employees to gain experiences in different countries and cultures.

Career Development

Employees benefit from diverse opportunities for professional growth, including internal promotion paths and international relocation options.

Innovation Promotion

We offer an environment that supports creative thinking and innovative approaches, encouraging employees to contribute ideas and work on developing new solutions.

Diversity and Inclusion

Gruner strengthens a culture of diversity and inclusion that creates a respectful and supportive work environment, valuing different perspectives and backgrounds.

About Gruner

Gruner plans and builds for a future worth living in

With passion and expertise, we develop sustainable solutions for challenging construction projects in the fields of buildings, infrastructure and energy. Our 1,100 employees work closely with our customers at over 35 locations in Switzerland and around the world to implement projects efficiently and innovatively. Our focus is on environmental awareness, digital innovation and the promotion of a strong corporate culture.

At Gruner, you will experience a dynamic working environment in which team spirit and personal development are very important.

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