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Senior Tunnel Ventilation Engineer

Epsom, Surrey, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Take our vision into the future.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Tunnel Ventilation Engineer located in our Epsom office, to support our impressive portfolio of projects both in the UK and internationally.

We need to increase our team to meet the growing demands from our clients and are looking for someone with the drive and enthusiasm to embrace the future. We have the depth of knowledge and breadth of expertise to help you build a bright career in this exciting and rapidly evolving sector.

As one of the UK's leading geotechnical and tunnelling consultancies, AtkinsRéalis offers a comprehensive service in ground engineering. With more than 345 UK based ground engineering professionals, AtkinsRéalis' geotechnical and tunnelling reputation is built on the skills, excellence, and commitment of our people.

Your role

  • Support winning and delivery of tunnel M&E ventilation projects.
  • Strengthen and expand our presence in the UK Rail and Road sector.
  • Act as a Technical Authority and client-facing engineer.
  • Contribute to strategic growth, bids, and industry engagement.

Project & Technical Delivery

  • Lead/support the design and assessment of tunnel ventilation systems.
  • Carry out 1D modelling (SES / IDA), CFD studies, risk assessment.
  • Deliver fire and life safety assessments and ventilation strategies.
  • Support commissioning, testing and asset performance reviews.
  • Prepare high-quality technical reports and client deliverables.

Business Growth & Client Engagement

  • Support actively on growing the UK and International market.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships in the UK rail sector.
  • Identify opportunities in rail ventilation and fire life safety projects.
  • Support bid preparation and technical proposals.
  • Represent the business in meetings, workshops, and industry events.

Internal Capability Development

  • Support mentoring of junior engineers.
  • Contribute to improving processes, tools, methods, and best practice.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on growth strategy.
Engineering

Location

Epsom, Surrey, England, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-157201

Salary range

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Gautham Shetty

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About you

  • Strong client relation with UK Rail tunnel operators.
  • Strong experience in tunnel ventilation design and asset management projects.
  • Proven use/knowledge of SES (rail ventilation modelling), IDA Tunnel (road / metro modelling) and CFD tools (e.g. FDS, Pyrosim, Pathfinder).
  • Good understanding of Fire dynamics, smoke control, and ventilation principles.
  • Relevant standards (e.g. NFPA, PIARC, UK guidance).
  • Experience in Project delivery across design / feasibility stages, Client interaction and coordination.
  • Established network within UK rail organisations (e.g. Network Rail, TfL, consultants).
  • Demonstrated contribution to business development or winning work.
  • Ability to operate with limited supervision and support senior leadership.
  • Opportunity to help shape and grow a specialist capability within a leading consultancy.
  • Exposure to major UK and international tunnel projects.

Personal Attributes

  • Entrepreneurial mindset – able to identify and pursue opportunities
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Collaborative but capable of leading technical discussions
  • Motivated to grow a technical discipline
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & 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.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

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. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

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. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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