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Posted 05 August, 2026

Senior Engineer-Airfield/RWY Systems

Bechtel Corporation
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Play a pivotal role in delivering transformation projects that will shape the future of aviation.

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The project scope includes planning, design, integration and delivery of major airfield infrastructure, buildings, systems and associated periphery infrastructure.

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Job Summary:

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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.

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Major Responsibilities:

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

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  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
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  • Quantitative experience in airfield systems design or design management (£150m+ projects)
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  • Strong knowledge of airfield ground lighting (AGL) and associated systems
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  • Chartered Engineer desirable
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  • Experience leading small design teams
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  • CSCS card and NEC contract knowledge desirable
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Required Knowledge and Skills:

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