Senior Tunnel Engineer: Geotech & Underground Design Lead

CDM Smith; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in the United States with a focus on tunnels and underground structures. You will lead technical design efforts, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and drive engineering excellence.

You will apply geotechnical knowledge to 2D/3D analyses, develop design packages, and contribute to QA/QC standards while coordinating with clients and project teams. This role requires collaboration and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical engineering or related field.
• PE license preferred.
• 10 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs 2D/3D structural/geotechnical analyses for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develops design packages (drawings/specifications) for geotechnics and underground projects.
• Provides technical leadership to drafters/designers and junior staff.
• Oversees geotechnical investigation programs for tunneling projects.
• Develops/reviews geotechnical reports and QA/QC documentation.
• Engages with clients and leads proposals and technical papers.

Skills

CADD 3D

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Excel

Communication skills

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in the United States with a focus on tunnels and underground structures. You will lead technical design efforts, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and drive engineering excellence.

You will apply geotechnical knowledge to 2D/3D analyses, develop design packages, and contribute to QA/QC standards while coordinating with clients and project teams. This role requires collaboration and strong communication skills.