Senior Tunnel Engineer - Geotechnical & Underground Expert
CDM Smith
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Job summary
CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer focused on tunnels and underground structures. You will lead technically while mentoring junior staff and guiding multidisciplinary teams through design and construction on complex infrastructure projects.
The role emphasizes geotechnical analysis, soil-structure interaction, and development of design standards, with active client engagement and contributions to technical papers and industry outreach.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering, or related discipline.
- Professional engineering (PE) license.
- 10 years of related experience.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
Responsibilities
- Performs structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
- Develops design approaches for 2D/3D analyses and cross checks against empirical methods.
- Develops calculation packages and contract documents for geotechnics, tunnels, and underground structures.
- Provides technical leadership to drafters and junior staff.
- Oversees geotechnical investigation programs for tunneling projects.
- Reviews shop drawings and supports field construction on complex issues.
- Contributes to QA/QC improvements and design standards.
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CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer focused on tunnels and underground structures. You will lead technically while mentoring junior staff and guiding multidisciplinary teams through design and construction on complex infrastructure projects.
The role emphasizes geotechnical analysis, soil-structure interaction, and development of design standards, with active client engagement and contributions to technical papers and industry outreach.
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