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Senior Tunnel Ventilation Engineer

Hybrid in València, Tres Cantos, Cerdanyola del Vallès & Getxo·Added 4 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

SENER

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, València, Tres Cantos, Cerdanyola del Vallès & Getxo
English
Required
Experience
3+ years
Education
University degree
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

We would like to count on professionals who provide:

✔ Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.

✔ Consolidated experience in the design of tunnel ventilation systems for international transport and infrastructure projects.

✔ Knowledge of international regulations, especially NFPA and standards applicable to safety and fire protection.

✔ Experience developing both prescriptive and performance-based designs.

✔ High level of English for working in international environments.

✔ Availability for occasional travel associated with projects.

Nice to have

  • Experience working with BIM methodology.

  • Proficiency in specialized tools such as SES, IDA Tunnel, FLS + PyroSim or Pathfinder.

  • Active participation in technical environments linked to PIARC, ITA-COSUF or ATC.

  • Specialized certifications such as CFPS (Certified Fire Protection Specialist).

  • Experience coordinating teams, interacting with clients, or technically supervising projects.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Flexible working hours.

  • Hybrid work model.

  • Flexible compensation plan.

Access to specialized training, advanced tools, and opportunities for technical and management growth.

You will be part of a solid company that bets on long-lasting professional relationships and strategic projects with a great track record.

You will work alongside specialists from different disciplines in a highly collaborative, innovative, and international context.

Because we believe that great projects need great professionals. Here, you will be able to continue your technical development, contribute to infrastructures that generate a real impact on society, and be part of an independent, international engineering firm recognized for its excellence.

If you are motivated by facing complex challenges, contributing your experience in tunnel safety and ventilation, and participating in world-class projects, we want to meet you.

The role

At Sener Mobility, we participate in some of the most advanced infrastructure projects internationally, integrating engineering solutions that contribute to making the environments where people move every day safer, more efficient, and more sustainable.

Tunnel ventilation is a key discipline for guaranteeing the safety and operability of large railway and road infrastructures. Therefore, we are looking to incorporate a Senior Tunnel Ventilation Engineer who wants to contribute their experience to challenging projects, collaborate with high-level multidisciplinary teams, and continue developing their career in a leading international engineering firm.

What you'll do

You will be part of the specialized electromechanical installations team, participating in international projects of great technical complexity from the initial design phases through to the commissioning of the proposed solutions.

Your main responsibilities will include

  • Lead the design of tunnel ventilation systems for railway and road infrastructures.

  • Define and validate technical solutions that guarantee regulatory compliance and safety requirements.

  • Participate in the development of prescriptive and performance-based designs based on international standards.

  • Act as a technical reference within the project, collaborating closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.

  • Prepare technical studies, simulations, and specialized analyses.

  • Participate in the preparation of bids and cost estimates for new projects.

  • Contribute to the innovation and continuous improvement of the solutions developed by Sener.

High-impact projects

You will participate in unique infrastructures and international projects that represent some of the greatest technical challenges in the sector.

You will have the space to contribute your judgment, influence design decisions, and become a reference within your specialty.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Apply

  2. Screening

  3. Introductory call

  4. Interviews

  5. Job offer

  6. Onboarding

About SENER

SENER is a global engineering and technology group headquartered in Getxo (Bilbao), Spain, with a strong presence in the aerospace, defense, energy, and infrastructure sectors. The company provides engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, as well as specialized consulting, with a workforce of over 5,000 employees worldwide. SENER is known for its work on complex projects, including space systems, offshore wind energy, and large-scale data centers.

In Spain, SENER has a major engineering hub with offices in Bilbao, Madrid, and Barcelona, employing a significant number of engineers. The company is a key player in the Spanish engineering landscape and actively recruits international talent, offering roles in English and Spanish. For international professionals, SENER provides an opportunity to work on high-profile projects in Spain, such as data centers, aerospace, and energy infrastructure, with a collaborative and technically demanding work culture.

Industry
Engineering
Founded
1965
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Getxo, Spain
In Spain
Getxo, Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • SENER is a Spanish company, so international hires will need a work visa, which the company typically sponsors.
  • The company's working language is Spanish, but English is widely used in engineering and technical teams, especially on international projects.
  • SENER offers opportunities to work on large-scale, high-profile projects like the Spanish high-speed rail network and offshore wind farms.
  • The engineering culture is project-based and rigorous, with a strong focus on technical excellence and safety.
  • International hires may find the relocation process to Spain straightforward, with the company providing support for visas and onboarding.
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