Junior Tunnel Engineer – Geotech & Structural Design

LJB Inc.; Ballenger Creek (MD); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

LJB Engineering Company in Frederick, Maryland is seeking an Entry Level Tunnel Engineer to support geotechnical and trenchless tunnel projects. The role offers hands-on experience on design calculations, reports, and coordination with owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have a civil-related degree and 0–3 years of experience, strong problem-solving and writing skills, and the ability to work both independently and in teams; training provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, or related field is required.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in tunnel, geotechnical, or trenchless projects.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical deliverables according to client specifications with appropriate guidance.
• Prepare construction plans and specifications, structural/geotechnical calculations and design reports, and technical memoranda with appropriate guidance.
• Communicate technical and non-technical information in a concise, professional manner, including participation in technical meetings and workshops with owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Produce engineering calculations including tunnel, geotechnical, and structural calculations (including numerical analysis) as required in support of tunnel and trenchless design including support of excavation (shafts & tunnels – including connection details and complex structures), and adherence to all local and national codes of practice for concrete, steel, and timber design.
• Assist in preparation of technical memoranda, letters, and reports, including geotechnical data reports (GDR’s), and geotechnical baseline reports (GBR’s).
• Assist with geotechnical engineering associated with tunnel and trenchless design, including development of design parameters from geotechnical reports and project documents.
• Assist with structural engineering associated with tunnel, shaft, and stations, including lining, connections, support of excavation, and retaining structures in steel, concrete, and timber.
• Observe construction in the field on an as needed basis.
• Field based assignments will include weekdays, night, and weekend work. Office based assignments will require a standard weekday business hours work schedule.

Skills

Tunnel engineering basics

Geotechnical understanding

Technical writing

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, or related field

Job description

LJB Engineering Company in Frederick, Maryland is seeking an Entry Level Tunnel Engineer to support geotechnical and trenchless tunnel projects. The role offers hands-on experience on design calculations, reports, and coordination with owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have a civil-related degree and 0–3 years of experience, strong problem-solving and writing skills, and the ability to work both independently and in teams; training provided.