Senior Geotechnical Tunnel Engineer – Lead Projects

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

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures to lead complex infrastructure projects. You will apply geotechnical engineering expertise, guide multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff while enhancing design standards and QA/QC practices.

You will engage with clients, support proposals, and contribute to technical excellence across the firm, traveling as needed to project sites and client meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering, or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Performs structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develops 2D and 3D analyses and cross checks against empirical approaches.
• Develops calculation packages and contract documents for geotechnics and tunnels.
• Communicates design requirements to drawings and specifications.
• Provides technical leadership to drafters/designers and junior staff.
• Oversees geotechnical investigation programs for tunneling projects.
• Develops/writes geotechnical reports and performs risk/cost estimation.
• Reviews shop drawings and provides technical support on complex issues.
• Engages with clients and participate in proposals and client reviews.

Skills

Geotechnical analyses

Tunnel design

QA/QC processes

Project leadership

Field engineering

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures to lead complex infrastructure projects. You will apply geotechnical engineering expertise, guide multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff while enhancing design standards and QA/QC practices.

You will engage with clients, support proposals, and contribute to technical excellence across the firm, traveling as needed to project sites and client meetings.