Senior Geotechnical Tunnel Engineer - Leadership in Tunneling

CDM Smith; Towson (MD); 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. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, perform advanced geotechnical analyses, and contribute to design standards, QA/QC, and technical excellence on major infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidate has a PE license, 10 years of related experience, and strong communication skills. Travel may be required to support project delivery and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering or related field.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Performs structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develops design approaches for 2D/3D analyses and cross-checks.
• Mentors junior staff and oversees geotechnical investigations for tunneling projects.
• Maintains QA/QC practices and engages with clients and industry.

Skills

CADD 3D

Geotechnical engineering

Engineering drawing

MS Office

Verbal and written communication

Underground engineering software

Education

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

PE license

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, perform advanced geotechnical analyses, and contribute to design standards, QA/QC, and technical excellence on major infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidate has a PE license, 10 years of related experience, and strong communication skills. Travel may be required to support project delivery and client engagement.