Senior Civil Engineer

Our client is a leading European engineering consultancy with a prestigious reputation for delivering complex transport infrastructure. Their Zurich-based division focuses on the end-to-end lifecycle of high-capacity railway networks and tunnel systems. Known for a multidisciplinary approach, they provide a platform where engineers can collaborate with world‑class experts in environmental science, geotechnics, and specialized rail technology.

This position is designed for an ambitious Civil Engineer eager to work on large‑scale Swiss transport projects. You will be responsible for the technical planning and implementation of railway civil engineering works, with a specific focus on track geometry and alignment.

• Technical Engineering: Lead planning and design tasks for diverse railway projects, ranging from local upgrades to major regional infrastructure.
• Project Lifecycle: Manage work packages across all phases, ensuring a seamless transition from initial design to site commissioning.
• Specialist Coordination: Develop structural solutions in direct alignment with internal experts in tunnelling, railway technology, and environmental engineering.
• BIM Integration: Champion the use of Digital Twin and BIM methodologies within the infrastructure space, ensuring data‑driven design accuracy.

• Education: A degree in Civil Engineering from a Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), a University of Applied Sciences (FH), or an equivalent international institution.
• Aspiration: A genuine interest in the complexities of major railway construction and a desire to take on significant technical responsibility.
• Digital Mindset: A proactive interest in BIM/VDC (Virtual Design and Construction) methods.
• Soft Skills: An independent, efficient work style combined with a communicative, team‑oriented personality.
• Languages: Professional mastery of German (written and spoken) is required. Proficiency in additional languages is a distinct advantage for international collaboration.

• Career Trajectory: Benefit from a structured development plan that allows you to choose a path toward Senior Project Management, Technical Subject Expertise, or Construction Management.
• Modern Flexibility: A work culture that prioritizes results over presence, offering modern office infrastructure in Zurich alongside robust work‑from‑home options.
• Technical Support: Work under the guidance of seasoned Senior Project Managers within a culture that encourages knowledge sharing.
• Interdisciplinary Reach: Gain exposure to various specialist areas, allowing you to build a holistic understanding of the civil engineering landscape.
• Advanced Training: Access to internal and external workshops focused on digital construction and the future of smart infrastructure.