Resident Engineer, Tunnel Engineering SME

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd. seeks a seasoned Resident Engineer, Tunnel Engineering SME for the Hudson Tunnel Project in New Jersey. You will lead technical direction, supervise field engineering, and coordinate with construction management to advance tunneling milestones.

This role demands TBM experience, precast lining expertise, and strong safety and quality focus to ensure timely delivery and regulatory compliance across a major capital program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven experience working with Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs).
• Tunneling experience with pressurized face TBMs, precast concrete segmental lining, and cross passage construction.
• Excellent project management skills coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of safety standards and regulations in tunneling operations.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development, execution, supervision, and coordination of all technical aspects and field engineering assignments.
• Represent Construction Management during Daily Construction Meetings with the Contractor.
• Support Senior CM Staff with technical input.
• Manage oversight of TBM design, fabrication, and operation during tunneling.
• Oversee precast concrete tunnel lining segments design, fabrication, delivery, and installation.
• Coordinate with project team to ensure timely tunneling completion per specs.
• Monitor tunneling progress, ground conditions, and excavation parameters.
• Review geotechnical and structural monitoring data.
• Implement safety protocols and quality control measures.
• Prepare progress reports and TBM operation documentation.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions during tunneling.
• Coordinate with Outreach Team and Third-Party Stakeholders.

Skills

TBM experience

Project management

Safety standards

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM)

Geotechnical monitoring

Job description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Resident Engineer, Tunnel Engineering SME for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation and environmental sustainability.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

As the Resident Engineer, Tunnel Engineering SME, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our client's purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development, execution, supervision, and coordination of all technical aspects, office and field engineering assignments including review of plans, schedules, contracts, procedures, and construction methods.


• Represent the Construction Management team during Daily Construction Meetings with the Contractor.


• Support Senior CM Staff with technical input.


• Manage oversight review of the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) design, fabrication, and operation during tunneling.


• Manage oversight review of detail design, fabrication, delivery, and installation of precast concrete tunnel lining segments.


• Coordinate with the project team to ensure timely completion of tunneling works according to project specifications.


• Monitor tunneling progress, ground conditions, and excavation parameters.


• Review geotechnical and structural monitoring data.


• Implement safety protocols and quality control measures to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulations.


• Prepare progress reports, documentation, and reports on TBM operations.


• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions to challenges encountered during tunneling operations.


• Coordinate with the Outreach Team and Third-Party Stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.


• Proven experience working with Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs).


• Tunneling experience, specifically in pressurized face TBM mining, precast concrete segmental lining, and cross passage construction.


• Excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.


• Understanding of safety standards, regulations, and best practices in tunneling operations.


• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

The estimated starting salary for this position is $170k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Why this is a Great Opportunity

• Full-time position with competitive compensation


• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.


• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, disability Insurance, 401(k).

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We refer candidates based on their qualifications and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.