Senior Engineer-Airfield/Runway Systems

Company: Bechtel Corporation
Apply for the Senior Engineer-Airfield/Runway Systems
Location: London
Job Description:

  • Relocation Authorized: None

  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

  • Work Location: London

Project Overview

Major aviation project in the Greater London area. Scope includes planning, design, integration and delivery of airfield infrastructure, buildings, systems and associated perimeter infrastructure.

Job Summary

The Design Manager (Airfield Systems) leads the design management of major airfield systems projects, ensuring designs meet technical, regulatory, safety and value‑for‑money requirements throughout design, construction and handover.

Major Responsibilities

  • Lead design management from project inception through delivery and handover
  • Develop and manage project scope and design briefs
  • Manage external design consultants and design & build contractors
  • Ensure compliance with airfield systems standards and regulatory requirements
  • Coordinate design changes and support construction and commissioning activities
  • Support statutory Principal Designer duties where applicable
  • Develop and lead the design management team
  • Liaise closely with construction teams to ensure safe and efficient delivery

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  • Typically 10+ years’ experience in airfield systems design or design management on projects above £150m
  • Strong knowledge of airfield ground lighting (AGL) and associated systems
  • Chartered Engineer desirable
  • Experience leading small design teams
  • CSCS card and NEC contract knowledge desirable

Required Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong knowledge of airfield ground lighting (AGL) and associated systems
  • Experience leading small design teams
  • CSCS card and NEC contract knowledge desirable

Total Rewards/Benefits

Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure employees thrive, including opportunities for career advancement, a supportive work culture, and time to recharge.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Accessibility

We’re creating a space where all people can thrive. If reasoned adjustments are needed to apply for an open position, please contact accessta-sourcing@bechtel.com. Bechtel is a verified company with the Disability Confident Scheme.

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Posted: June 26th, 2026