Senior Geotechnical Tunnel Engineer

CDM Smith; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specialized in tunnels and underground structures. You will lead technical work, mentor junior staff, and guide multidisciplinary teams through design and construction on complex infrastructure projects.

You will apply expertise in geotechnical engineering, soil-structure interaction, and underground design while developing standards, QA/QC practices, and client engagement to deliver world‑class solutions across the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Tunneling/Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• PE license required or eligible; strong technical leadership.
• 10+ years of related geotechnical/underground engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and geotechnical analyses for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develop 2D/3D design approaches and cross-check against empirical methods.
• Lead design teams, QA/QC, and client communications.

Skills

CAD 3D modeling

Engineering principles

MS Office

Communication skills

Geotechnical design

Tunneling knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Tunneling/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

10 years of related experience

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specialized in tunnels and underground structures. You will lead technical work, mentor junior staff, and guide multidisciplinary teams through design and construction on complex infrastructure projects.

You will apply expertise in geotechnical engineering, soil-structure interaction, and underground design while developing standards, QA/QC practices, and client engagement to deliver world‑class solutions across the firm.